RDG 564: Assessment, Evaluation and Supervision in Literacy Programs

There are times it may be helpful to try searching Google Scholar. Google Scholar will find a LOT of scholarly articles, and it may be harder to narrow by topic. But it can be helpful if you are struggling to find sources. It is also helpful if you want to understand what literature is available on a topic.

When searching in Google Scholar, access it through the CSP library (link below). This will provide links to articles available in the CSP library and help you find the full text. 

Tips to Find Standardized Reading Assessments

1. Google Search

There are times it may be helpful to search Google. Google may work best to find basic information and descriptions, or publication details about your chosen assessment.

2. Publication Information

Use the publisher's website to collect basic information about the test (e.g. original test/assessment author, publisher, age range, components, etc.)

Tips for ERIC Database

Use a Tests/Questionnaires Filter

Use the ERIC database to search for articles and reports about the test. In addition to a basic keyword search using the name of the test, you can use the Tests/Questionnaires filter.  

1. Enter a keyword into the search box.

2. Use the Publication Type box and filter to Tests/Questionnaires.