FTCE Professional Education Practice Exam

What tool is used to evaluate a student's reading ability while they read from a specific passage?

1. Reading Log

2. Running Record

3. Reading Comprehension Test

4. Benchmark Assessment

The correct answer is: Running Record

The tool utilized to evaluate a student's reading ability during their reading of a specific passage is the Running Record. This tool allows educators to capture real-time data about a student's reading performance as they read aloud. It involves annotating the reading behaviors, such as errors, self-corrections, and fluency. By documenting these elements, teachers can assess various aspects of reading, including accuracy, strategy use, and comprehension, providing a comprehensive view of a student’s reading proficiency. In contrast, the other options serve different functions. A Reading Log is primarily a record of what students have read and often includes reflections about their reading but does not evaluate reading ability on the spot. A Reading Comprehension Test assesses understanding after reading but does not specifically track the reading process itself. Benchmark Assessments evaluate overall skills at certain intervals and may not focus on a specific passage's reading ability in real time.