School closures during the COVID-19 pandemic greatly affected student learning, especially math and reading. The federal government responded by funding states and school districts to address the situation, allocating $189.5
Saga’s High-Impact Math Tutoring Earns “Strong” Evidence Rating from ESSA Saga Education’s approach to high-impact tutoring (HIT) for math in grades 9 and 10 recently received a rating of “strong” evidence from Evidence for ESSA. What is a “Strong” Evidence Rating from Evidence for ESSA? The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), the primary law governing…
Former Saga Education tutor Caitlin wasn’t always sure she wanted to be a teacher. Despite her passion for learning and desire to be a positive influence, concerns about being a teacher steered her away for a while. But Caitlin never stopped learning herself, nor did she lose sight of her passion for helping others learn….
In this episode, we explore the future of learning with Jennie Magiera, Google’s Global Head of Education Impact. Jennie discusses the rising demand for global problem-solving skills, the changing nature of learning, and the importance of lifelong learning. She also dives into the role of technology in education, including AI-powered tools, personalized instruction, and immersive…
Imagine a classroom where every student gets one-on-one tutoring tailored to their unique learning style. Sounds like a dream, right? This could be the future of education thanks to advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). Episode 1 of Saga Education’s EdHeads podcast season 1 highlights how AI is poised to revolutionize education, creating a more personalized…
Key Takeaways: Increased student absenteeism: The pandemic has caused a significant rise in student absenteeism, particularly among Latino, suburban, and rural communities. This is a major concern for educators and parents. Possible reasons for attendance improvement: Personalized attention, a nurturing environment, and increased confidence due to better preparation might contribute to reduced absenteeism. Benefits beyond…
Key Takeaways: AI Coaching Important Support for Tutors: Tutoring programs often have tutors who attended college but didn’t get teaching training. These tutors need someone to support them and help them improve their communication and teaching skills. Coaching for Tutors: Traditionally, coaches provide feedback to tutors through time-consuming in-person meetings. Research shows how an AI…
