TEXES Science of Teaching Reading Practice Test

Which of the following assessments would NOT be recommended for evaluating student fluency issues?

1. Vocabulary knowledge assessment

2. Word analysis measure

3. Text readability

4. Oral reading rate measure

The correct answer is: Vocabulary knowledge assessment

Evaluating student fluency issues relies on assessments that directly measure reading performance and the ability to read smoothly and with expression. Vocabulary knowledge assessments focus primarily on a student's understanding of word meanings and their ability to use vocabulary appropriately in context. While vocabulary is an important component of overall reading comprehension and can indirectly affect fluency, it does not directly measure how fluently a student reads text. In contrast, measures such as word analysis, text readability, and oral reading rate specifically assess aspects of reading fluency. Word analysis measures can evaluate decoding skills, which are crucial for fluent reading. Text readability assessments examine how easily a student can read and comprehend a given text, which relates closely to fluency. Oral reading rate measures directly assess how quickly and clearly a student reads aloud, providing critical insights into their fluency abilities. Thus, the most appropriate assessment types for evaluating fluency are those that directly focus on the mechanics and expression of reading, making the vocabulary knowledge assessment the least relevant for this specific purpose.