What are the sub-skills that DORA measures?
DORA tests six individual reading sub-skills. There are many different ways to think about reading instruction, however there is a general industry consensus that each reader must have the ability to 1) sound out words 2) memorize words and 3) understand words and phrases well enough to make contextual guesses about unfamiliar words when necessary and to make sense of the text.
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Can I call or e-mail someone if I need help?
Yes. Please feel free to call us anytime between 9am PST and 5pm PST at 1(888) 618-READ. We welcome your questions, comments or ideas. You can email us anytime at: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) .
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Can a student stop in the middle of a test and come back later to finish?
Yes. The test will end if you close the browser window in the middle of the test or log off. You must go back to http://www.letsgolearn.com to login and the assessment will resume exactly where the user stopped. The example question for the sub-test that the user was on will be repeated first.
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How long do the assessments take?
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.
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What are the technology requirements for using the Let’s Go Learn products?
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.
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Is there an age limit for test takers?
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.
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Who should take DORA?
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.
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How old do you have to be to take DORA?
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.
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How is DORA different from other reading assessments?
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.
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What are the sub-skills that DORA measures?
DORA tests six individual reading sub-skills. There are many different ways to think about reading instruction, however there is a general industry consensus that each reader must have the ability to 1) sound out words 2) memorize words and 3) understand words and phrases well enough to make contextual guesses about unfamiliar words when necessary and to make sense of the text.
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What is the reading instruction option (Unique Reader)?
The reading instruction option, Unique Reader, is an additional feature that can be added to a DORA account. It can be purchased together with the assessment or added on later. It links reading instruction (levels preK-5) with our reading assessment.
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