1. Lexiles and Writing!
DVUSD
January 2012
K-12 Training

2. The Lexile Framework
The Lexile Framework evaluates both reading ability and text complexity on the same scale.

3. We can determine a Lexile level on original writing samples.
1st – The original writing sample must first
be saved as a Plain Text document
Open Word Document
From “Save as type:” pull down menu,
save as Plain Text (.txt )

4. 2nd – Go to http://www.lexile.com/
You will need to
register the first time you use the Lexile Analyzer

5. 3rd – Once you are registered go to the Lexile Analyzer.

6. 4th – Click on browse, locate your .txt document, click on Submit.

7. And… You will see the lexile score for this writing sample. Revise
And… You will see the lexile score for this writing sample. Revise. Resubmit!

8. Next Steps With the CCSS Facilitator at your table, discuss…
How will you or how have you rolled out lexile measures at your campus?

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