Examining the Impact of Game-Based Learning on Math Achievement How does game-based learning influence student success in mathematics? A new study, developed in partnership with Council Bluffs Community School District (Iowa), explores this important question through two retrospective correlational analyses. By examining student performance across multiple grades, the research found promising associations between Prodigy Math […]

Math anxiety remains one of the most common barriers to student achievement, holding back confidence, participation, and long-term success. Left unchecked, it can prevent students from reaching their full potential—both in the classroom and in future career opportunities.   In this on-demand webinar produced by District Administration, you’ll hear from district and school leaders as they […]

Teaching Math the Way the Brain Learns Naturally Most students don’t struggle with math because they can’t do it, but because traditional instruction practices fail to teach mathematical concepts in a way students’ brains are wired to understand. As a result, too many students are falling behind.    This new eBook outlines a science-backed path […]

K-12 Facilities Planning in an Era of Low Funding  Most K-12 districts are facing a sobering truth: 80% of district leaders report they don’t receive adequate funding to meet their facilities needs and objectives. Without sufficient recurring operating dollars, leaders are forced to seek alternative resources to maintain and modernize critical infrastructure.    In this data-rich […]

Many research studies have underscored the importance of the reading-writing connection, finding that writing instruction boosts students’ reading abilities and vice versa. In this decision guide, learn more about the importance of writing, the role of the science of reading, and how the comprehensive program Step Up to Writing can help students in grades K-12 […]

Recent research has identified the most effective strategies to improve reading among students in grades 4–9 who have reading difficulties. The Department of Education’s Institute of Education Sciences (IES) recently distilled some of this research into practical recommendations educators can use when providing reading interventions. In this recent webinar, Dr. Anita Archer reviews the recommendations, […]

Whole-group and small-group instruction are essential parts of a literacy block in an elementary classroom, providing opportunities to deliver core instruction to all students, while also enabling differentiated instruction to better support each individual student. In this white paper, experienced Literacy Coach Hannah Irion-Frake describes some best practices for literacy instruction, addressing areas including: Grouping […]

A Q&A on Creating A Safer and More Responsible AI Environment Artificial intelligence (AI) can be a game-changer in education—if used safely and effectively. In this informative Q&A, an expert AI strategist shares what AI technologies to avoid, including solutions that are prone to generating content that’s inappropriate for the classroom. You’ll also learn why […]