I have to stand up for the DIBELS assessment, as I feel you have gone a little too far in your reduction of it. Reading nonsense words is a small portion of certain grade level assessments. The date provided from DIBELS is accurate, and it is fast to administer. We'd be well served if more schools and teachers knew enough to use it or an equivalent to help guide instruction.
I have to stand up for the DIBELS assessment, as I feel you have gone a little too far in your reduction of it. Reading nonsense words is a small portion of certain grade level assessments. The date provided from DIBELS is accurate, and it is fast to administer. We'd be well served if more schools and teachers knew enough to use it or an equivalent to help guide instruction.