Quality Assurance & Improvement Flashcards
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A reader doubles their reading speed but their comprehension score drops from 80% to 40%. What does this indicate about their effective reading rate?
Answer: Their effective reading rate has not truly improved
Effective reading rate combines speed with comprehension, so a large comprehension drop means no genuine improvement.
Which formula correctly calculates effective reading rate?
Answer: Words per minute multiplied by comprehension percentage
Effective reading rate equals WPM multiplied by the comprehension percentage expressed as a decimal.
Why should speed reading progress be measured using standardized passages of similar difficulty?
Answer: To ensure changes in scores reflect skill gains rather than text variation
Consistent passage difficulty isolates the reader's improvement from differences in text complexity.
A student practices speed reading daily but never tests comprehension. What is the primary quality assurance risk?
Answer: Developing fast eye movement without genuine understanding
Without comprehension checks, a reader may simply be skimming words without retaining meaning.
What is the recommended minimum comprehension level generally considered acceptable when increasing reading speed?
Answer: Around 70-80%
Most speed reading programs target roughly 70-80% comprehension as the threshold for acceptable understanding while building speed.
During a self-assessment, a reader notices their speed plateaued for three weeks. What is the most productive first step?
Answer: Analyze practice habits and identify which technique needs adjustment
Plateaus signal the need to diagnose and adjust technique, such as reducing subvocalization or widening eye span.
Which practice best supports continuous improvement in a speed reading program?
Answer: Keeping a log of WPM and comprehension scores over time
A running log reveals trends, plateaus, and the effects of technique changes over time.