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Class Size Matters: Understanding the Link Between Class Size and Student Achievement

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Understanding the connection between class size and student achievement, as well as teacher retentions, is critical to the future of our educational system. The Link Between Class Size and Achievement. Research into the impact of class size on student achievement has been ongoing for decades. The Benefits of Small Class Sizes.

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5 ways to integrate gamification into your classroom

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“Several empirical studies have confirmed that students in gamified learning environments achieve higher levels of motivation and cognitive engagement compared to those in traditional classroom settings” (Dehghanzadeh et al., During a social studies unit on the U.S.

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School district in Georgia creates significant learning gains for Title 1 students

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MCSD narrowed the gap between its test scores and the state averages on 12 tests this year: third-grade English language arts, science, and social studies. fourth-grade science and social studies. fifth-grade English language arts, math, science, and social studies. eighth-grade social studies.

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Austin Independent School District Selects IXL to Support Classroom Instruction and Distance Learning

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IXL is an approved blended learning program for the Texas Education Agency’s Math Innovation Zones (MIZ) initiative, which aims to improve learning outcomes in math by preparing students for success in Algebra I. To learn more about IXL, visit www.ixl.com , facebook.com/IXL and twitter.com/IXLLearning.

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Laredo Independent School District and IXL Partner to Support In-Person and At-Home Learning

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IXL Learning , the K-12 personalized learning platform used by 11 million students, today announced a three-year agreement with Laredo Independent School District to bring its award-winning program to approximately 23,600 students and 1,100 teachers. Laredo ISD is located in Laredo, Texas , on the border with Mexico.

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Rhode Island Approves IXL for K-12 Blended Learning and Assessment

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“Schools need technology that paints vivid pictures of student knowledge levels so they can meaningfully evaluate and teach every learner,” said Paul Mishkin, CEO of IXL Learning. RIDE’s adoption of the Real-Time Diagnostic clears a path for educators to make significant strides towards boosting learning outcomes.”.

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How to incorporate real-world connections into any subject area

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al (2019), Integrative teaching benefits middle-level learners as it potentially increases student engagement, motivation, and achievement. Having a clear vision of the desired learning outcomes enables educators plan effectively and what instructional strategies to use. According to Moser et. This intentionality is crucial.