Unlock Student Potential: Practice STAAR® Assessments for Texas Now Available
by: Coral Ericson
Prepare your students for their STAAR® Assessments with Progress Learning practice STAAR® tests.
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Fostering Social and Emotional Learning in an Academic Setting
by: Coral Ericson
Social and Emotional Learning, or SEL, has been at the top of the list of priorities in schools and districts, especially since the pandemic. It has become increasingly clear that the social and emotional needs of our students are a critical component of their overall educational experience and that SEL is foundational to their academic success. In order to be successful, students need to learn the ability to regulate emotions, engage with peers in a healthy manner, and set meaningful goals.
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Progress Learning Celebrates Learning
by: Coral Ericson
Progress Learning is committed to incorporating our four Core Values of Learning, Professionalism, Unity, and Diversity into every aspect of our company culture. These values are not simply there for us to “set and forget,” they are an integral part of our individual and collective goals.
This quarter, we would like to take some time to spotlight our core value of Learning and highlight some ways in which we commit to a standard of excellence in Learning for all of our employees. Our company was founded by teachers, for teachers, and the needs of classroom teachers and students continue to drive our vision and our business.
Keeping Up with Changes in Standardized Testing
The world of standardized testing is changing. As your trusted edtech solution, it’s our job to stay updated on all these changes and ensure you have the tools you need to keep up. From technology-enhanced question types to computer-adaptive testing, we’ll explain what all these new changes mean and how our platform can help your students feel confident and prepared on test day.
Empower Readers with Lexile Measures in Progress Learning
Since 1989, 35 million students across the country have learned to read with Lexile® measures. But what exactly are they, and how can you use them in Progress Learning? Let’s take a look.
Getting Ready for New Georgia K-12 Math Standards
by: Coral Ericson
The state of Georgia recently adopted new K-12 math standards, and our academics team here at Progress Learning is working hard to prepare for all the changes. Let’s get into what the new math standards are and what we’re doing to get you and your students ready.
What Is DOK and How Does Progress Learning Build Content Around it?
by: Coral Ericson
As educators, it is critical we address rigor in our instruction to facilitate appropriate challenges that promote growth without causing frustration. Let’s review DOK levels for a better understanding of the framework and take a look at how Progress Learning uses DOK in developing standards-aligned content.
Introducing New Practice Assessments for Georgia, South Carolina, Florida, Texas, and Mississippi
by: Coral Ericson
Exciting news, Georgia and South Carolina educators! Progress Learning now offers state-specific practice tests to prepare students for their end-of-year standardized assessments.
Taking the Stress Out of Test Prep
by: Coral Ericson
We can do a lot to prepare students for standardized tests while still giving them the foundational knowledge they need to achieve authentic learning. Let’s take a look at some of the ways we can incorporate quality test prep into our regular instruction to help students achieve real success.
Implementing Core Competencies of SEL: Self-Awareness and Self-Management
by: Coral Ericson
As a follow-up to our complete overview of what SEL is and how to weave it into academics, this article will take a closer look at two of the five core competencies from the CASEL framework—self-awareness and self-management—and provide examples of what they may look like in the classroom.