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Functional Reading in Competency Programs.

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Vacca, Richard T.; Vacca, Jo Anne L. – Journal of Reading, 1981

Suggests that competency reading programs should be based on a definition of functional reading that applies reading skills to real-life tasks, that materials should be real and timely, and that activities should center on finding meaning. (MKM)

Descriptors: Functional Reading, Minimum Competencies, Minimum Competency Testing, Reading Comprehension

Minimum Competency Testing: Guidelines for Functional Reading Programs.

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Gambrell, Linda B.; Cleland, Craig J. – Journal of Reading, 1982

Discusses seven guidelines for programs to teach functional reading skills and meet minimum competency standards. (AEA)

Descriptors: Curriculum Guides, Functional Reading, Individual Differences, Minimum Competency Testing