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Aug 31, 2017

[Feature Focus] Discover Study Island Printable Worksheets to Continue Learning Offline

We’ve all been there at one time or another—stuck in a situation where the computer lab is booked or the laptop cart doesn’t have enough classroom devices.

Madison Michell

Aug 24, 2017

Research at Edmentum: Teaming Up with Marzano Research to Understand How Study Island Drives Student Growth

If you are a fan of Dr. Robert J. Marzano, you probably have some idea of why I was so excited to write this blog post. Marzano is a leading researcher in education.

Shannan LaMalfa

Aug 21, 2017

4 Student Rewards That Encourage Intrinsic Motivation – And Don’t Cost a Thing

Positive recognition is essential in establishing a harmonious and productive classroom culture. Check out these ideas for student-centered rewards that only require the investment of a little time.

Scott Sterling

Aug 03, 2017

Benchmark Assessments: 4 Best Practices

Another assessment? Is that the first thought that comes to mind at the mention of administering beginning-of-the-year benchmarks to your students? If so, you’re certainly not alone—today’s students and teachers are faced with no shortage of assessments, all of which come with their own unique set of pressures and expectations. But, before you write off the idea, it’s important to consider the reasoning behind benchmark assessments, and the value they can provide.

Sarah Cornelius

Aug 01, 2017

[Feature Focus] Exact Path’s Adaptive Learning Paths

Our new Exact Path program combines adaptive diagnostic assessments with tailored learning paths to power truly personalized learning experiences. Here, we're taking a close look at how we designed our learning paths to provide just-in-time, data-driven instruction.

Winnie O'Leary

Jul 27, 2017

[Feature Focus] Study Island’s New Approach to Cumulative Scoring

We listened to what teachers had to say, and now we're excited to show off Study Island's new approach to cumulative scoring, designed to provide a more accurate measure of mastery and motivate students.

Regina Waddell

Jul 25, 2017

[Blended Learning] How to Start Station Rotation Without 1:1 Devices

You can implement a station rotation model in your classroom with just a few Internet-connected devices, even if no one else in your building is using a blended learning approach. Ready to get started? Follow these steps to plan your first lesson.

Regina Waddell