Transforming Lives–Quickly
Read Right is exceptionally successful at helping college students rapidly improve reading skills. Proficient reading skills or above smooth the path to college the success. Check out the following:
Results from Recent College Student Surveys
- 99% of students stated that they felt they were better readers as a result of being in Read Right
- 93% of students stated that they did better in other classes as a result of their improved reading
- 93% of students would recommend Read Right to someone else who needed help in reading
Student Program Exit Interviews
“I feel I understand the books or passages I read better. At first I didn’t think I needed to take this class, but I am glad I did, because it has seriously improved my reading. I enjoy reading now:” – Jillian, age 18
“My grades in all of my classes have improved 100% since I started the Read Right program:” – Rachel, age 18
“Being a student in the Read Right program has helped me out tremendously. I am now helping my 9-year-old become an excellent reader. I enjoy reading now more than ever:” – Cindy, age 32
“I really enjoyed the class. I am more confident when I read. Before, I was in an abusive relationship, and he constantly put me down and made fun of how I talk. Now I am more confident when I talk or read:” – Betty, age 33
Success at Midlands Technical College, 2009-2010
Retention Rates
- Fall to Spring: Read Right Title III Cohort = 95%; all other developmental students = 74%
- Spring to Fall: Read Right Title III Cohort = 66%; all other developmental students = 35%
Success Rates (Earned a Grade of A, B, or C in Their Classes)
- Read Right Title III Cohort = 80%
- All other developmental students = 70%
Reading Grade Level Gain as Measured by the Test of Adult Basic Education
- Read Right Title III Cohort = 2.37
- All other developmental students = 1.86
GPA in Developmental Courses
- Read Right Title III Cohort = 2.08
- All other developmental students = 1.84
