Across two randomized studies, Air Reading shows a weighted average effect size of +0.20 on reading achievement, meeting the Strong standard¶
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q3 i1 Pooling the two randomized studies, Air Reading has a positive impact on reading achievement with a weighted average effect size of +0.20. → Air Reading 2025
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Air Reading 2025¶
Air Reading. (2025). Air Reading program description and outcomes review. https://www.evidenceforlearning.org.au
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Synthesis of the two randomized studies (740 students total per the review's header): the review reports a "weighted average effect size of +0.20" and awards Air Reading a badge for two studies meeting the Strong standard, with an overall Strong evidence rating.
"Across the two randomized studies, findings demonstrate that Air Reading has a positive impact on students' reading achievement, with a weighted average effect size of +0.20."
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Across two randomized studies, Air Reading shows a weighted average effect size of +0.20 on reading achievement, meeting the Strong standard |
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Across two randomized studies, Air Reading shows a weighted average effect size of +0.20 on reading achievement, meeting the Strong standard |
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