What Is Equity in Education? In education, the term "equity" is often misunderstood, many confusing it with the concept of equality. While both concepts relate to fairness, they are fundamentally different in how they approach supporting students. So, what is equity in education, and why is it essential for ensuring that all students
Why Districts Fail to Track Individual Technology Program Results—and How They Can Start Federal Programs departments, the custodians of Title I funding, play a crucial role in determining the allocation of resources to improve math and reading proficiency in K-12 schools. Yet, a glaring gap exists: most districts fail to consistently track the
Benefits of AI in Education In today’s fast-paced educational landscape, teachers are often stretched thin, balancing lesson planning, student assessments, and administrative tasks. For those working with students who have Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), the burden of paperwork can be even heavier. Imagine a scenario in which AI could become your assistant, streamlining
Systemic Math Struggles in Urban Schools Urban schools across the United States are facing a hidden crisis—one that impacts the futures of countless students: systemic struggles in math performance. By the time students reach middle school, what may appear as low proficiency in math is, in fact, a much deeper issue. These students
How Misunderstanding Diagnostic Assessments Leads to Poor Data Use and Lower Student Outcomes In today’s educational landscape, precision in diagnosing student needs is paramount. As an educational test developer dedicated to providing highly diagnostic assessments in math and reading, I am acutely aware of the discrepancies in the market regarding what constitutes a
IEP Goal-Setting Tools Best IEP Goal-Setting Tools for Special Education Students: Enhancing Planning and Progress Tracking In the realm of special education, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) play a crucial role in ensuring that students receive tailored support to meet their unique learning needs. At Let's Go Learn, we understand the importance of
Three-Cueing System In reading education, various models and theories explain how individuals learn to read and comprehend text. Among these, the 3-cueing model has recently become a topic of much discussion. States have begun to ban its use in reading instruction, preferring approaches approved by the Science of Reading. This blog post aims
CASE Academy of Law & Leadership The New York Times recently highlighted a critical conversation sweeping across the nation – how we teach children to read. From school board meetings to statehouses, discussions and debates are on the rise, often accompanied by legal challenges concerning how best to address the needs of struggling
Reading Intervention Strategies Studies show that reading interventions can be effective, particularly when implemented early. The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) reports that interventions in grades 1-3 had positive impacts on reading skills, especially for word recognition and fluency https://nces.ed.gov/pubsearch/index.asp?HasSearched=1&searchcat2=subjectindex&L1=229&L2=0. Reading intervention is a targeted approach to instruction that aims to accelerate
Women's History Month 2024 Women's History Month is a month-long celebration in the United States that honors and highlights the contributions and achievements of women throughout history. It originated from the recognition of International Women's Day, which was first celebrated in the early 1900s. In 1980, President Jimmy Carter issued a presidential proclamation,
