What is QRI-5?
QRI-5 is an individually administered informal reading inventory (IRI) that provides information on two distinct reading markers. The first is the conditions under which students can identify words and comprehend text successfully and secondly, evidence that marks unsuccessful word recognition or comprehension. It use a variety of Narrative passages as well as Expository texts, graded word lists, retelling, questioning, look backs and think aloud to assess oral/silent reading and listening ability.
What is the purpose of using QRI-5?
The purpose of this informal assessment is to find students independent, instructional and frustrational reading levels and to provide valuable diagnostics. It also helps to document student growth, group students for guided reading, choosing appropriate books for literacy circles,reading workshops and independent reading.
Have you seen similar assessment activities like QRI-5? What are they?
At my school we have used a variety of reading assessment tools which includes: Fountas and Pinnell, Reading Rescue, Measures of Academic Progress(NWEA MAP), waggle and IReady.
What is your impression of QRI-5?
After reading the about QRI-5, I believe that it is a very thorough assessment that can highlight various aspects of students reading abilities. I like that it used prior knowledge and making prediction so as to merge experiences with content to improve comprehension. Additionally, it uses passages that have familiarity in other subject areas like Science and Social Studies and is not limited to elementary school but is also extended to high school. Moreover, it pinpoints the areas that students need further instruction and shed light on successful/unsuccessful strategies that are being used by each student. Finally, I like that it is scored individually and not on norms which will help provide the scope for differentiated instructions.
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