Understanding Autism in Children

Apr 14, 2011 by Bill Jenkins, Ph.D.

ASD children face struggles and challenges in the classroom daily. How can we help children on the autistic spectrum get the best learning experiences in school?

“I Thought We Were Losing Him”: Why We Become Teachers

Apr 12, 2011 by Carrie Gajowski, MA
Read the powerful story of one struggling middle student who achieved a 4 year, 2 month reading level gain in just 60 days using the Fast ForWord program.  “Last year,” said his reading coach, “…I thought we were losing him…”

48% More Students Newly Proficient on GA CRCT After Fast ForWord Use

Apr 7, 2011 by Melissa Agocs

Clark County, Georgia students improve test scores on the CRCT after using Fast ForWord products. See how they achieved statistically significant gains in today’s video blog.

Antidotes to Summer Brain Drain (Part 1): Tips and Tools for Fun Math Skills Practice

Apr 5, 2011 by Terri Zezula
Worried about summer brain drain setting your child back? These tips and strategies are fun and creative ways to practice math skills, keeping your kids on track for next year.

Making Computerized Learning Work Takes WORK

Mar 31, 2011 by Terri Zezula
Too often schools and districts implement computerized learning solutions—with the best of intentions—and find that they don’t work as promised. Why?

Opening the Classroom Through Online Collaboration: 21st Century Learning Environments

Mar 29, 2011 by Sherrelle Walker, M.A.
Read real-life stories of online collaboration in our classrooms and find resources that can help you create a 21 stcentury learning environment.

After Just 24 Days, Summer School Students Significantly Improve Reading Scores

Mar 24, 2011 by Logan De Ley

Struggling readers from 11 Wayne County public schools achieved a significant increase in reading skills score after using Reading Assistant during a 5-week summer program. Find out how…

The Trend to Blend: The Debate Over Online and Blended Learning

Mar 22, 2011 by Terri Zezula
Blended Learning has increased 47% since 2005-06, yet still remains the center of debate. Discover the pros and cons of blended learning, as well as how costs match up to traditional classroom costs.

Our Changing Education Landscape: Cutting-edge Research and Strategies for Today’s Educators

Mar 15, 2011 by Norene Wiesen
Our education landscape is changing, but where is it headed? Learn about current education challenges, and how to improve teaching and student learning.

Truth in Numbers: School Achieves Statistically Significant Improvements on TAKS

Mar 3, 2011 by Logan De Ley

Students made significant reading proficiency gains after implementing Reading Assistant software, suggesting that guided oral reading practice with Reading Assistant had a dramatic impact on reading achievement.

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