Diagnostic Assessments for Students Diagnostic Assessments for Students: A Complete Evaluation Guide for Educators and Parents Diagnostic assessments are tools that gauge a student's academic skill set. These evaluations pinpoint a student’s strengths or areas where more practice is needed, offering an in-depth understanding of learning needs. Far from the typical classroom
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
Equity and Education In the ongoing journey toward educational equity, Black educators' role is vital and transformative. At Let's Go Learn, we are committed to highlighting and supporting these educators who tirelessly advocate for inclusive, equitable learning environments. By recognizing their contributions and addressing systemic disparities, we aim to foster a more just
AI In Technology Leveraging NextGen Technology in Special Education: A Dive into Let's Go Learn's AI in Technology Approach Founded in 2000 by Richard Capone and Dr. McCallum of UC Berkeley, Let's Go Learn pioneered one of the first computer-adaptive assessments. Their focus from the beginning has been on gathering extensive
Learning Gap Identification Tools: Empowering Educators to Boost Student Success In today's diverse classrooms, identifying and addressing learning gaps is crucial for ensuring that all students receive the support they need to thrive. Let's Go Learn, a leading provider of diagnostic assessments and personalized learning solutions, is dedicated to empowering educators with the
5 Tips and Tricks for Teachers to Survive the Last Part of the School Year As the school year winds down, teachers often find themselves facing increased stress and fatigue. With final exams, assessments, and end-of-year activities looming, it's essential to find strategies to navigate this hectic time successfully. At Let's Go Learn,
Summer Homeschool Curriculum Homeschooling offers various options for implementing a summer curriculum, providing flexibility to parents and students. One popular method is year-round homeschooling, where learning continues throughout the summer without the traditional summer break. This option allows for a consistent, comprehensive education, preventing learning loss during the long break. Parents can implement
Continuation School Continuation schools have a long history of providing alternative education pathways for students who struggle in traditional school settings. Established in the early 20th century to address the needs of working youth, continuation schools have evolved to serve a wider range of students facing academic challenges. Today, an estimated one in
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
Dyslexia vs Dysgraphia Undiagnosed dysgraphia: The serious impact of the least well known learning disorder Just as dyslexia refers in general to learning disorders that affect reading proficiency, dysgraphia refers in general to learning disorders that affect writing proficiency: “At its broadest definition, dysgraphia is a disorder of writing ability at any
