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Peer reviewedArmbruster, Bonnie B.; And Others – Educational Leadership, 1985
Readability formulas may detract from textbook quality. They overlook text and reader characteristics that affect comprehension. Moreover, average "readability levels" ignore wide variations within texts and between scales. The shortened sentences and simplified vocabulary used to conform texts to formulas sacrifice precision and connectedness,…
Descriptors: Coherence, Readability, Readability Formulas, Syntax
Peer reviewedParkhurst, Bill – Change, 1979
The issue of readability vs academic standards in college textbooks is addressed. Problems in balancing both needs and other problems involving textbooks and the publishing industry, including textbook resales and routine revisions of texts, are discussed. (JMD)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Higher Education, Programed Instructional Materials, Publishing Industry
