Simplify substitute planning with IXL
Keep your class on track while you’re away with an IXL substitute plan! IXL takes the heavy lifting out of preparing for your absences, streamlines substitute duties, and makes it easy to catch up on…
Educator Insights
How to use IXL in end-of-year and unit reviews
Mae Nevarez is an IXL Professional Learning Specialist with nearly a decade of experience as a teacher, instructional coach, educational technology specialist, and acting principal of her district’s first online school. The end of the…
Enhance your world language instruction with Rosetta Stone for Schools
Carmen McCotter is a Rosetta Stone Professional Learning Specialist with experience as the director of an international English language school, Spanish professor, and ESL teacher. You’re already familiar with IXL’s all-in-one teaching and learning platform….
5 ways to boost student motivation in middle and high school classrooms
While most of your older students are intrinsically motivated to learn, there are times where they need an extra boost to kick it in gear. That’s why it’s a good idea to always have a few…
Build the school-home connection with IXL
Many parents care just as much as you do about helping students make meaningful progress. But between busy schedules and a lack of teaching expertise, their involvement in their children’s learning can be a challenge….
Announcing the 2023 IXL Elite 100
Congratulations to this year’s IXL Elite 100! Our tenth annual Elite 100 list recognizes extraordinary teachers who devoted the previous year to serving students and prioritizing personalized learning. We’ve selected the list of 100 from…
Using IXL for bell work and exit tickets
What two techniques should be in every teacher’s toolbox? Bell work and exit tickets! Bell work gets your students warmed up while giving you a quick formative assessment, and exit tickets check how well your…
Simple and effective ways to use IXL for test prep
IXL makes it easy to prepare for standardized testing while seamlessly integrating the process into your lesson plans! With IXL, teachers have all the test prep tools they need, as well as built-in engagement tools…
5 ways to get the most out of IXL according to research
IXL accelerates learning. A large body of scientific research consistently validates this. Through these research studies, we’ve found some themes on how educators can amplify IXL’s positive impact on students. Maximize IXL-powered learning at your…
Educating for our new normal: Prescriptions for revitalizing academic health
As I was sitting in my office one day, it became clear that I wasn’t feeling well, so I went to Walgreens and bought a blood pressure cuff as a precaution. Its reading confirmed my…
Educating for our new normal: How the end of illiteracy can begin now
Educators can give their communities a powerful tool that will help alleviate entrenched socioeconomic disparities. The resource is important for maintaining self-esteem, sharpening problem-solving abilities and honing conflict management skills. It is essential for high…
Educating for our new normal: Rethinking the time, place, and means of K-12 learning
The United States is one of the most innovative nations in history. The U.S. has had more Nobel Prize winners than any other nation by a wide margin. American astronauts were the first humans to walk on…
