PowerUp Literacy Correlation Research Report

The document is a research report detailing the correlational evidence regarding the effectiveness of the Lexia® PowerUp® Literacy program. It outlines the program's objective to provide literacy intervention for students in grades 6–12 through a blended learning approach that combines online activities with teacher-directed instruction. The report summarizes findings from various customer evaluations that establish the validity of PowerUp’s measures and their correlation with standardized literacy assessments. The evaluations show high to medium correlations between student progress in PowerUp and performance on interim and summative tests, indicating consistent positive relationships across multiple school districts. Furthermore, the report explains the methodology used to calculate these correlations, emphasizing the importance of understanding both program effectiveness in real-world settings and the role of classroom assessments. The findings aim to support educators in making informed decisions regarding literacy instruction and assessment practices.