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Resources
Learn more about Lexile measures by downloading these free resources:
About MetaMetrics
- MetaMetrics - describes MetaMetrics and its products and services. (105 KB, PDF)
- MetaMetrics Consulting and Development - describes customized consulting services (294 KB, PDF)
- MetaMetrics Executive Team - background information on the executive team
About Lexile Measures
- The Lexile Framework for Reading - Fact sheet describes how the Lexile Framework links assessment with reading instruction. (92KB, PDF)
- The Lexile Framework for Reading - Overview Video describes the basic concepts and uses of the Lexile Framework.
- Lexile- and Quantile-Linked Assessments lists assessments and reading programs that report Lexile measures(127KB, PDF)
- What does the Lexile Measure mean? (99KB, PDF)
Lexile Maps
Click on the links below to view or download an 11"x17" color version of the Lexile map
- Lexile map (PDF)
- Spanish Lexile map (PDF)
Using Lexile Measures
- Lexile Measures in the Classroom - Fact sheet with tips on how to use Lexile measures more effectively in the classroom. (422 KB, PDF)
- Lexile Measures in the Library - Fact sheet with tips on using Lexile measures in the library or media center. (421 KB, PDF)
- Lexile Measures at Home - Fact sheet for parents and families defining Lexile measures and offering tips on how to use Lexile measures outside of the classroom. (421 KB, PDF)
- Professional Development - Overview of professional development opportunities (195 KB, PDF)
White Papers
- An Investigation of Dimensionality Across Grade Levels and Effects on Vertical Linking for Elementary Grade Mathematics Achievement Tests (904KB, PDF)
- Next-Generation Assessments (438 KB, PDF)
- Stop Summer Academic Loss: An Education Policy Priority (1.03 MB, PDF)
- Aligning the Journey With a Destination (400 KB, PDF)
- Managing Multiple Measures (120 KB, PDF)
- What is Expected Growth? (204 KB, PDF)
- Student Readiness for Postsecondary Options (506 KB, PDF)
- The Need for Objective Measurement Under the No Child Left Behind Act (552 KB, PDF)
- Why do Scores Change? (453 KB, PDF)
- The Lexile Framework as an Approach for Reading Measurement and Success (580 KB, PDF)
Position Papers
- Education Reform: Making this the ‘Best of Times' (109KB, PDF)
- The Hippocratic Oath and Grade Equivalents (79KB, PDF)
- Why P-16/P-20 Educational Systems? (102KB, PDF)
- The Need for Differentiating Mathematics Instruction (103KB, PDF)
- The Reading-Writing Connection (90KB, PDF)
Case Studies
- North Port High School uses Lexile (PDF)
- Lexile measures help high school differentiate instruction, prepare students for success in life (PDF)
- Michigan school district uses Lexile measures to improve the literacy skills of its diverse student body, differentiate instruction and continue its long tradition of excellence (PDF)
- North Carolina community collaborates to connect kids with books, build reading ability through summer reading (PDF)
- Using Lexile to build a community of readers in Houston
- Lexiles help Alaska elementary school foster strong reading habits, increase student reading proficiency (PDF)
- Scantron partnership with the Lexile Framework for Reading provides teachers, parents with an assessment tool for improving student reading ability (PDF)
- Texas school district chooses Pearson PASeries to take the guesswork out of student preparation for state assessments (PDF)
- Linking assessment and instruction: NWEA and the Lexile Framework for Reading (PDF)
- South Florida middle school uses Lexile measures to map path for meeting state learning standards (PDF)
- California elementary school makes Lexiles the foundation for student assessment (PDF)
- Brush Public School District monitors student progress, improves achievement with Lexile measures (PDF)
- North Carolina students use Lexiles to build reading skills (PDF)
- Switch to Lexiles improves elementary student test scores, reading motivation in North Carolina school district (PDF)