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The programme operates by allowing pupils to select books from a catalogue of titles that have been assigned a difficulty level and quiz. After completing a book, pupils take a short comprehension quiz, and results are recorded for teachers to review.

Teachers can use the data to monitor reading progress, identify pupils who require additional support, and set individual reading goals. The system includes reporting tools that show metrics such as words read, quiz accuracy, and engagement over time.

Accelerated Reader is produced by Renaissance Learning and is used in primary and secondary schools across multiple countries. It integrates with Renaissance's broader suite of literacy and assessment products, including Star Reading, which provides a reading level assessment that can be used to match pupils to appropriately challenging books.

The programme is typically used as part of a structured independent reading time within the school day, with quiz results contributing to a class or whole-school view of reading practice.