GEN: selection and computerized reading management programs

[ktclemen <ktclemen@UNCG.EDU>]

I am researching the following topic: What effect do computerized
reading management programs (Accelerated Reader, Electronic Bookshelf,
That's A Fact Jack) have on the selection process.  Currently
I am having difficulty finding much written on this subject.
 I have searched the LM_NET archives. There is quite a bit on
the success of accelerated reader but nothing on how these programs
affect selection.  I will continue my search but I am considering
putting together a survey however I would like some input as
to what would be important questions to ask. This is where I
would like all the wonderful people on LM_NET to assist me.
Below are some samples of ideas and stories I would like you
to send me. Accelerated Reader is most prominent in my area but
please don't limit you ideas to that one product.

Do you think it is important to know how each company selects
the books they will include?
Are such reading programs mandatory?
Are the benefits of these programs really measurable?
are 10 question tests really indicative of a child's reading
success?
How much of the budget is used to purchase such products?
One media specialist must use her entire budget for Accelerated
Reading material. She has no funds for other materials. This
has gone on for two years and has been mandated by the principal.

Please send your own personal tales of selection and reading
programs.  Thanks in advance for your assistance.

Kevin Clement
MLIS graduate student
Department of Library and Information Studies
University of North Carolina - Greensboro
349 Curry
Greensboro, NC 27401
ktclemen@uncg.edu

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