Readability Formula

Readability formulas are mathematical equations designed to estimate the difficulty of reading a text, primarily aiming to predict comprehension levels for different audiences. Current research focuses on comparing the performance of traditional formulas, like Flesch-Kincaid, against more sophisticated methods incorporating neural networks and diverse linguistic features (lexical, syntactic, discourse). This work is crucial for improving text simplification, accessibility tools, and applications in fields like education and healthcare, where accurate readability assessment is vital for effective communication.