Reading & Literacy
What Works To Improve Reading
The importance of being able to read is widely accepted. The ability to read is associated with improved quality of life, not only for the individual but in the case of adults, also for their families and communities. Students who learn to read within the first few grades of school have a greater chance of succeeding in and completing primary school. This two-page brief provides an overview of research-based evidence on what works to improve reading outcomes.