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Lights, camera, literacy: Student-created book reviews inspire a global reading culture

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When teens take the mic Recent studies show that reading for pleasure among teens is at an all-time low. students read for fun almost every day–down from 31 percent in 1984. In the UK, the National Literacy Trust reports that just 28 percent of children aged 8 to 18 said they enjoyed reading in their free time in 2023.

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Bridging the language gap with AI tools every teacher can use

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Key points: AI is helping to level the playing field for English Learners AI tools that support learning–not cheating You’re using ChatGPT? A true story about why AI literacy starts with us For more on using AI with English Learners, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub “I don’t think he understands anything I say in class,” Ms.

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Ignite Reading Partners with UF Lastinger Center’s Florida Tutoring Advantage

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Ignite Reading was selected as a tutoring partner for the Florida Tutoring Advantage through an ITN process conducted by the University of Florida. Dayspring Academy announced results from its ongoing partnership with Ignite Reading to deliver online, one-to-one literacy tutoring for K through 1st graders. Lastinger Center Director.

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Students Using Lexia Core5 Reading Outperformed Their Peers On the Smarter Balanced English Language Arts/Literacy Assessment

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BOSTON – In California, third- to fifth-grade students at 525 schools using Lexia Core5 Reading (Core5) from Lexia , a Cambium Learning Group brand, made significantly higher literacy gains compared to their peers in 4,362 schools that did not use the program. For more information, visit lexialearning.com.

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Ignite Reading Again Approved as 1:1 High-Dosage Early Literacy Tutoring Provider in Massachusetts

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BOSTON — Ignite Reading — a Science of Reading-based virtual tutoring program serving students in 18 states nationwide — today announced its approval by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to continue providing 1:1 high-dosage evidence-based literacy tutoring to K-3 students across the commonwealth.

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AI tools that support learning–not cheating

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From personalized practice questions to interactive explanations, many education-focused AI tools are designed to aid, not undermine, student learning. The way teachers use the AI tools in their classrooms–open conversations around acceptable use help students use AI tools for meaningful learning instead of for cheating.

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What I learned building an AI tool for my own kids (and millions more worldwide)

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Key points: Building an app for kids came with unique challenges A new era for teachers as AI disrupts instruction With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts For more news on AI tools for kids, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub A recent survey found that 88 percent of U.S.