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
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…
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Key Takeaways: Tutoring Works: In-school, high-impact tutoring delivered significant learning gains, with math improvements equivalent to regaining two-thirds of a year lost during the pandemic. Coaching for Tutors: Delivery Matters: Out-of-school tutoring programs saw lower participation rates than in-school options. Benefits of AI Coaching: AI coaching can provide coaches with target feedback for tutors to…
Key Takeaways: Algebra I is a crucial indicator of high school graduation rates. Students failing this course have a significantly lower chance of graduating. High-impact tutoring can improve graduation rates by providing targeted interventions and personalized instruction to students. Students of color, students experiencing poverty, and those with learning disabilities are most at risk of…
In the latest white paper, Accelerate Learning Now, Saga proposes several alternative strategies to help students catch up on their learning. Learn to identify additional funding resources, prospective partners, and other tactics to help your students.
