Accelerated Reader

Accelerated Reader is a computer-based reading incentive program, based at individual school sites throughout Guilford County Schools. Students self-select books to read from the school library media centers. After completing the books, they can choose to respond at the computers to reading comprehension questions on the specific titles. The choice of titles for the Accelerated Reader Program varies across the schools throughout the system, with consideration of appropriate reading levels and interests. Listings of specific AR titles are available at individual school sites.

At each participating school, decisions are made about how to recognize and promote the program. Some schools establish a "reading Hall of Fame", others use earned points for books read to enable students to make purchases at a special Accelerated Reader store, or reward earned points in other ways.

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