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IXL’s universal screener: Intervention planning made simple

Set each student on the path to success this school year with early intervention! IXL’s new universal screener identifies at-risk students in just 20 minutes for quick and easy planning. And when paired with our…

August 1, 2022 IXL Updates

IXL resources for high school learning

High school is an exciting time for teachers and students alike! As students begin to grow into their own, educators have the unique opportunity to help them learn how to better take charge of their…

July 29, 2022 In the Classroom

Excelling in Virtual Learning with IXL Math

Michael Jones teaches math to 100 6th graders in an all-virtual environment at Oregon Charter Academy, the oldest virtual school in Oregon. IXL allows Michael to align asynchronous work with live teaching and provide students…

July 21, 2022 In the Classroom

5 tips for new teachers from a former teacher

Whether you’re a recent graduate going into your first year of teaching or a veteran educator joining a new school, stepping into unfamiliar territory can lead to a lot of anxiety. New colleagues, new curriculum,…

July 18, 2022 In the Classroom

Start the school year strong with IXL Analytics for administrators

For most students and teachers, that first-day-of-school excitement is still several weeks away. But as a district or school leader, you likely already have your pencils sharpened and at the ready. Now is the perfect…

July 15, 2022 In the Classroom

Creative learning activities for summer school

Keep the creativity flowing this summer with new learning activities! When the weather’s warm, it’s more important than ever to make learning engaging to help kids stay on track. If you’re teaching summer school, these…

June 22, 2022 In the Classroom

IXL: An award-winning personalized learning program

Since 2007, IXL Learning has been dedicated to providing the best learning experience possible. In schools, educators use IXL for intervention and enrichment, and parents use IXL at home to maximize learning. Today, more than…

June 20, 2022 At Home

Enter IXL’s 2022 Study in the Sun Contest!

What time is it? Summertime! And that means our annual Study in the Sun contest is back! This exciting showdown is the perfect way to keep students learning over summer break. Plus, winners will receive…

June 1, 2022 At Home

The power of play: Using IXL games in the classroom

It’s no secret that students love to play, and now you can channel that natural enthusiasm into meaningful learning with IXL games! Using games in the classroom empowers students to take risks, participate more, and…

May 24, 2022 In the Classroom

Step-by-step plans for finishing the school year strong

Summer is right around the corner, but the school year isn’t over just yet! Help your students make the most of these last several weeks. From direct intervention to in-depth progress reports, IXL has the…

May 19, 2022 In the Classroom

IXL Spring Learning Showdown 2022: Winners!

The results are in for the Spring Learning Showdown! Over 33,000 classes from around the world joined in the competition this year, answering a heap of questions and expanding their knowledge all throughout April. Congratulations…

May 6, 2022 IXL Updates

Take a day off from lesson planning

Good news, teachers: We’ve done the lesson planning for you! IXL skill plans provide the exact skills you need all in one place, so you can just grab and go.  These ready-made plans help with…

May 3, 2022 In the Classroom
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