This study examined patterns of expected National Assessment Program - Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) readiness according to the extent of individualised reading practice accomplished by students using the Accelerated Reader (AR) program. We drew upon a large database of thousands of Australian students to compare independent reading practice as tracked by AR with the typical performance of students who do not use the programme. The study is available online: <https://docs.renaissance.com/R66928>.

This technical report details the statistical method behind the process of linking Australia's National Assessment Program - Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) and Star Reading.The Full Report is available online: <https://docs.renaissance.com/R63191>.

DETAILS: Location: Australia; Design: Independent, correlational; Sample: Students predominately in years 3-6; Duration: 1999 school year. RESULTS: Study results indicated that pupils and teachers demonstrated high motivation levels and positive attitudes toward Accelerated Reader and best classroom practices. AUTHORS: P. Green and H. Fehring. The full report is available online: <https://docs.renaissance.com/R11819>.