Richard Capone

About Richard Capone

Richard Capone co-founded Let’s Go Learn in 2000. Let’s Go Learn is a pioneer in adaptive and diagnostic assessments. Capone is the chief technology officer and current CEO at Let’s Go Learn. He led the development teams in creating DORA and ADAM, assessments used by special education departments as well as general school administrators and teachers to support student achievement through powerful granular data. Today, Let’s Go Learn is used in all 50 states as well as internationally. Its solutions include assessment and online instruction that meet the needs of Generation Four educational assessments.

Benefits of AI in Education

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

By |2024-10-07T18:21:45+00:00October 7th, 2024|Education Reform|0 Comments

Systemic Math Struggles in Urban Schools

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

By |2024-09-06T17:54:50+00:00September 6th, 2024|Math Assessment|0 Comments

How Misunderstanding Diagnostic Assessments Leads to Poor Data Use and Lower Student Outcomes

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

By |2024-07-10T16:35:57+00:00July 3rd, 2024|Math Assessment|0 Comments

IEP Goal-Setting Tools

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

By |2024-06-26T18:37:52+00:00June 26th, 2024|Special Education|0 Comments

Understanding the Science of Reading and the Conflict with the 3-Cueing System

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

By |2024-10-21T05:35:36+00:00April 19th, 2024|Reading Curriculum|0 Comments

CASE Academy of Law & Leadership

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

By |2024-04-17T15:16:53+00:00April 16th, 2024|Education Reform|0 Comments

Reading Intervention Strategies

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

By |2024-03-21T17:00:59+00:00March 20th, 2024|Reading Curriculum|0 Comments

Women’s History Month 2024

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,

By |2024-03-06T20:22:01+00:00March 6th, 2024|Education Reform|0 Comments

What Is the Difference between RTI and MTSS?

What Is the Difference between RTI and MTSS? National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD). (2017). The effectiveness of Tier 2 and Tier 3 RTI interventions: A meta-analysis. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6701471/  A 2017 meta-analysis by the National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) found that students who received Tier 2 and Tier 3 RTI interventions made significantly

By |2024-03-05T17:10:24+00:00March 5th, 2024|Special Education|0 Comments

Definition of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)

Definition of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) Imagine a classroom environment where every student feels supported, understood, and empowered to learn—a place where challenging behaviors are addressed proactively, paving the way for positive growth and development. This ideal can become a reality through the power of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).  BIPs are individualized plans

By |2024-02-27T22:24:58+00:00February 23rd, 2024|Special Education|0 Comments
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