Students Exceed State Average on TAKS after Fast ForWord, Maintain Gains
Apr 20, 2011
This longitudinal study shows substantial student gains maintained by high school students in Texas years after Fast ForWord use. Watch this video and see the life changing impact Fast ForWord has on students.
Understanding Autism in Children
Apr 14, 2011ASD 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
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, 2011Clark 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
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
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
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, 2011Struggling 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
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.
Increasing Our Alertness to Caffeine Use in Ourselves and Our Children
Mar 18, 2011
What effect does caffeine have on your child’s developing brain? Read about positive and negative effects of caffeine, and why limiting your own caffeine consumption can significantly benefit your child.
