Azalia S. Moore, Ed.D.
Primary Subject Area
reading,critical thinking,neurocognitive research
Washburn, Kevin D., "Analysis of Reading Comprehension and Thinking Process " (2006). Doctoral Dissertations and Projects. Paper 47.
According to the U.S. Department of Education, middle school literacy research in four areas is currently mandated: neurocognitive elements, instructional processes, instructional materials, and professional development. This study presents appropriate statistical analysis of fifth grade student gains in reading comprehension and thinking processes. The results suggest reading programs based on findings from the four key areas of research produce significantly greater student achievement in reading comprehension and thought processes than programs not based on findings from the key research areas. The study includes a Research-Based Rubric for Reading Comprehension Components, detailing findings from the four research areas. This rubric serves as a tool in comparing middle school reading programs with research findings.