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5 online resources to beat the summer slide

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NWEA research notes that students can lose up to two months of math skills over the summer, and reading abilities can also decline, particularly for students from underserved communities. Khan Academy : Khan Academy’s free online platform offers comprehensive lessons in math, science, history, and more.

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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. points and 3.04 For more information, visit lexialearning.com.

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From school year to summer: Why reliable edtech matters to boost literacy

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She insisted on having the latest World Book Encyclopedia set every year, instilling in me a love of reading and inquiry. In a landscape where English proficiency and reading levels vary widely, it’s essential that we provide high-quality, credible resources that offer both language accessibility and academic rigor.

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AI tools are everyday study buddies, survey finds

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AI tools are becoming go-to learning companions for students–helping them brainstorm essays, practice languages, and solve tough math problems, according to a new survey from Preply. Among the most common subjects for AI use: English/language arts (42 percent), mathematics (42 percent), and history (27 percent).

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AI tools that support learning–not cheating

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It guides students through challenging subjects–from math to coding–by asking questions, offering hints, and breaking problems into manageable steps. It lets students listen to their reading instead of (or in addition to) consuming it visually.

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The dangers of attempting to ‘Instant Pot’ educational progress

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Minnesota, Florida, and North Carolina are rolling back high school math or English requirements. Minnesota previously eliminated its graduation exam requirement for math, which resulted in a decade-long slide in student proficiency. Alabama is paving the way in math with its Numeracy Act.

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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.

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