Why IDEA Is So Important: Championing Inclusivity in Education Makes Moral and Financial Sense At its core, education is a basic human right. It is the foundation upon which individuals build their lives, gain opportunities, and become active, contributing members of society. But it’s not enough to simply provide an education to all
Classroom Management Strategies Classroom management has always played a pivotal role in teaching, but in today’s educational climate, it has taken on a new dimension. Recent discussions among educators have revealed the multifaceted challenges they face in creating effective learning environments. A thought-provoking article in Education Week describes these struggles as “psychological warfare,”
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
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
Summer Learning Loss In a study of 18 million first to sixth-graders, researchers looked at test scores over the course of five summers. The study, published in the American Educational Research Journal, showed that kids can lose up to 40% of a school year's learning over summer break–and the effect was cumulative if
Homeschool Support Homeschooling has become an increasingly popular choice for families seeking an alternative educational option for their children. One key component of homeschooling is personalized instruction, which tailors learning experiences to the individual needs and interests of each student. Let's Go Learn, a leading educational technology company, offers diagnostic assessments and personalized
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
Barriers for Girls in STEM Did you know that by middle school, girls' interest in STEM fields plummets by 30% compared to boys [SheHeroes]? Negative stereotypes, lack of representation, and the confidence gap are all factors that contribute to this alarming trend. Addressing the key barriers that girls face in pursuing STEM education
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
