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Kayleigh Ryherd Ph.D.

Lead Research Analyst

"Kayleigh Ryherd, Ph.D. is Newsela's Lead Research Analyst. Before joining Newsela, her research at the University of Connecticut centered around literacy acquisition and reading comprehension. She has published nine research studies in peer-reviewed journals and received a National Science Foundation National Graduate Research Fellowship Honorable Mention. At Newsela, Kayleigh's work focuses on product efficacy and student learning outcomes."

Articles

Evergreen Article

The Leveled Texts Debate: How to Support Grade-Level Reading

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Evergreen Article

Elementary Reading Strategies for Stronger Comprehension

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Evergreen Article

Building Strong Elementary Literacy in K–5 Classrooms

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Evergreen Article

Boost Students' Learning and Confidence With ELA Quizzes

Student engagement

Evergreen Article

How To Boost Student Engagement In Your Classroom

What is the science

Evergreen Article

FAQ: What Is the Science of Reading?

Resources

ELA growth study

Efficacy Study & Validity Report

Newsela usage is linked to 33% improvement over expected ELA growth at Wayne County Public Schools

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Newsela validity study MAP CFUs

Efficacy Study & Validity Report

Intentional practice encourages deep reading and boosts ELA achievement: A study of Newsela’s Checks for Understanding (CFUs)

Newsela writing efficacy Princeton City

Efficacy Study & Validity Report

Newsela Writing Boosts Middle School Reading and Writing Outcomes

Learning research report

Efficacy Study & Validity Report

Newsela Professional Learning improves teacher usage

SAT quiz results

Efficacy Study & Validity Report

Newsela Quizzes Predict SAT Reading Achievement in High School Students

Benefits of using Newsela texts online

Efficacy Study & Validity Report

The benefits of using Newsela texts online

ELA quizzes resource

Efficacy Study & Validity Report

Newsela ELA Quizzes Are a Robust Indicator of ELA Achievement in Texas

Formative efficacy test prep ELA and math growth

Efficacy Study & Validity Report

Formative provides valuable test prep for digital assessments that drives student growth