Margaret Dubeck|Amber Gove
The early grade reading assessment (EGRA): Its theoretical foundation, purpose, and limitations
RTI International|RTI International
rise widespread adoption early grade reading assessment egra produced ample supply critics converts paper seeks clarify purpose egra limitations egra created inform education systems programmes alone intervention designed measure foundational literacy skills readers need beginning reading egra collection subtasks specific purpose paper includes description rationale subtask well conceptual framework underpins assessment key results multiple surveys provide informative grounded examples assessment results used inform classroom practice systemlevel policy conclude brief discussion potential uses egra similar oral assessments early learning informing monitoring post2015 education indicators