READ 180 is an intensive reading intervention program that helps educators
confront the problem of adolescent illiteracy and special needs reading on
multiple fronts, using technology, print, and professional development.
READ 180 is proven to meet the needs of struggling readers whose reading
achievement is below proficient level. The program directly addresses
individual needs through differentiated instruction, adaptive and
instructional software, high-interest literature, and direct instruction in
reading, writing, and vocabulary skills. Read on the discover the READ
180’s six components of success.
- Scientific Research Base
- Proven Results
- Comprehensive Instruction
- Purposeful Assessment
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Professional Development
- Round Rock High School's Commitment
Scientific Research Base
The scientific development of READ 180 began in 1985 when Dr. Ted
Hasselbring of Vanderbilt University developed breakthrough
software that used student performance data to individualize,
adjust, and differentiate the path of reading instruction.
Research continued through the 1990s as it was put to the test in
Florida's Orange County public school system.
Proven Results
READ 180 is proven to work. Students who enter the program unable
to read proficiently experience success and become readers. After
ten years of research in association with Vanderbilt University
and over six years in schools, READ 180 has brought significant
gains in reading proficiency for the students who need it most.
Comprehensive Instruction
READ 180 includes a Teaching System that equips - and trains -
educators to deliver effective reading, writing, and vocabulary
instruction to struggling readers. Teachers receive a rich and
engaging curriculum of skills instruction, point-of-use
professional development, a variety of assessment tools, and
reports that link to resources for differentiating instruction.
The Teaching System makes it easy for teachers to cover essential
skills while meeting individual needs.
Purposeful Assessment
Only READ 180 gives you the power to track and analyze student
performance at every step. A variety of instruments accurately
assess students to identify their most urgent needs, enabling the
program and teachers to adjust instruction accordingly.
Data-Driven Instruction
READ 180 is the only program of its kind that uses assessment
data so effectively to differentiate instruction. The READ 180
Software continually adjusts the level of instruction based on
student performance. Actionable reports and periodic checkpoints
alert teachers to students' needs and direct them to resources
for individualizing instruction.
Professional Development
Scholastic has designed a comprehensive implementation training,
an online course, and teaching materials that integrate
professional development to provide educators with the
background, teaching routines, and instructional support they
need, when they need it.
Round Rock High School's Commitment
As a certified Reading Specialist and a Master Teacher in Reading, I am
dedicated to ensuring the fidelity of the Read 180 program. I will also
monitor and mentor your child to make sure that every opportunity for success
has been given. Round Rock High School will continue to lead the way in gains
in reading improvement.