What Is The Accelerated Reader?

The Accelerated Reader, or AR, is a learning information system that enables freestanding computer-assisted assessment of student comprehension of "real" books. It facilitates

• more frequent and more detailed assessment in less time and with greater consistency
• formative feedback for the student
• student development of metacognitive awareness
• increased student motivation to read more, longer, and harder books
• formative feedback for the teacher
• class-wide diagnostic information, including alerts regarding students who are at risk
• teacher promotion and management of effective reading practice

To find out more about how this program is used at Chapman, visit the Chapman Library web page.