Frequently Asked Questions 
Is there an age limit for test takers?
Posted Wednesday, July 25, 2007 by Anne-Evan Williams
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There are no age limits. Adults from every walk of life have difficulty with reading. Studies have shown that 20-30% of the world's population has a weakness in their processing abilities that are necessary for reading. (0) Comments • (0) Trackbacks • Permalink
How long do the assessments take?
Posted Wednesday, July 25, 2007 by Anne-Evan Williams
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We estimate that the assessments will take about an hour depending on the performance of the user. The assessment starting point is determined by the age of the user. (0) Comments • (0) Trackbacks • Permalink
What are the technology requirements for using the Let’s Go Learn products?
Posted Wednesday, July 25, 2007 by Anne-Evan Williams
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The LGL products are completely web-based. This means that an Internet-connected computer is required. The Let's Go Learn products work well with Microsoft Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator or Safari. (0) Comments • (0) Trackbacks • Permalink
How old do you have to be to take DORA?
Posted Wednesday, July 25, 2007 by Anne-Evan Williams
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We recommend users be at least beginning readers. This could be kindergarten or 1st grade depending on your school's curriculum standards. This assessment will not be useful for students who do not yet know their letters and sounds. (0) Comments • (0) Trackbacks • Permalink
Who should take DORA?
Posted Wednesday, July 25, 2007 by Anne-Evan Williams
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Anyone reading student can take this assessment. If the user does not know letters and sounds, this assessment may be too difficult and may not report scores that would be helpful to you. (0) Comments • (0) Trackbacks • Permalink
How is DORA different from other reading assessments?
Posted Wednesday, July 25, 2007 by Anne-Evan Williams
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How is DORA different from other reading assessments? A: DORA gives a very detailed account of how the learner is achieving in all areas of reading. Many reading assessments report results as a single reading grade- equivalent level. Knowing that a reader is at a certain grade level is helpful, but more detailed information is better for and more effective in driving effective instruction. (0) Comments • (0) Trackbacks • Permalink