Evaluation of Reading Rich

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ANNEX 1: PHASE 1 EVALUATION FRAMEWORK

To what extent does a Reading Rich environment impact on the LACs':

Indicators

Evidence

Evaluation outcomes/outputs

Reading level and nature

  • Improved reading level
  • Improved attitude to books and reading
  • Increased knowledge of books and authors
  • Regularity of reading habit
  • School attainment records
  • Pre- and post-intervention interviews
  • Author recognition test
  • Reporters' file
  • Report on perceived barriers to reading
  • Survey analysis

Wider academic activity

  • Participation in wide range of school activities
  • Engages with learning out of school
  • Improved attendance patterns
  • Pre- and post-intervention interview
  • Interviews with LAC, teachers, OOSHL staff
  • Attendance records
  • Report on relationship between reading level and wider academic activity

Educational attainment

  • Improved writing level
  • Improved maths level
  • School attainment records
  • Attainment analysis

Confidence and self-esteem

  • Positive statement of aspiration ( AAR 1D14
  • Observed motivation to participate in RR elements
  • Personal critique of project work
  • Positive attitude to reading
  • Assessment and Action record
  • Carer and author interviews
  • LAC interview
  • Pre- and post-intervention interview
  • Sample narratives on emotional impact
  • Survey analysis

Behaviour and activity in other areas

  • Involvement in clubs and services
  • Improved relationship with carer
  • Improved relationship with peers
  • Assessment and action records
  • Interview with carer and LAC
  • Interview with teacher
  • Social work interview
  • Report on relationship between reading activity and behaviour
  • Sample narratives

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