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Peer reviewedDukes, Robert J., Jr.; Strauch, Katina – Physics Teacher, 1983
Parts 1 and 2 (SE 524 424 and 527 089) described Flesch readability for determining a text's reading level and results of applying the test to astronomy/physics textbooks. This part presents results for a new sample of texts, including calculus-level texts. A comparison with high school physics texts is provided. (JM)
Descriptors: Astronomy, College Science, Difficulty Level, High Schools
Peer reviewedClark, Andrew K. – Journal of Industrial Teacher Education, 1978
Four readability indices that focus on the ease of comprehension of printed material are applied to industrial education textbooks for senior high school students. Grade reading levels by subject areas for the four indices are presented in tables, charts, and text. Certain conclusions about the readability techniques studied are suggested. (MF)
Descriptors: Correlation, High Schools, Industrial Arts, Industrial Education
Anders, Patricia L., Ed. – 1980
A selection of seven articles on teaching reading to high school students is presented in this report. The topics discussed are: (1) a structured approach to reading expository prose, (2) the effectiveness of sustained silent reading, (3) readability variations in secondary remedial high interest books, (4) the effects of previewing difficult…
Descriptors: Advance Organizers, High Schools, Language Proficiency, Readability
