Enter IXL’s 2026 Study in the Sun Contest!
School’s almost out, but learning doesn’t have to stop! IXL’s annual Study in the Sun Contest is back to help students refresh their skills and explore new topics. Plus, contestants have the chance to win…
The research is in: IXL Math helps prevent the summer slide!
Summer learning loss, or the “summer slide,” is the decline in students’ academic performance that can happen during long breaks from school. Research has found that students’ math skills are particularly affected. The study Combating…
What’s new on IXL – March 2026
At IXL, we never stop adding new features and skills to our award-winning teaching and learning platform, so you can always trust we’re on pace with students’ evolving needs. That’s why we compile a list…
How IXL strengthens reading fluency
Reading comprehension is an essential reading skill. But in order to achieve comprehension, there’s a literacy fundamental that’s crucial to develop: reading fluency. Fluency is the ability to read accurately and at an appropriate rate,…
Enter IXL’s 2026 Study in the Sun Contest!
School’s almost out, but learning doesn’t have to stop! IXL’s annual Study in the Sun Contest is back to help students refresh their skills and explore new topics. Plus, contestants have the chance to win…
The research is in: IXL Math helps prevent the summer slide!
Summer learning loss, or the “summer slide,” is the decline in students’ academic performance that can happen during long breaks from school. Research has found that students’ math skills are particularly affected. The study Combating…
What’s new on IXL – March 2026
At IXL, we never stop adding new features and skills to our award-winning teaching and learning platform, so you can always trust we’re on pace with students’ evolving needs. That’s why we compile a list…
How IXL strengthens reading fluency
Reading comprehension is an essential reading skill. But in order to achieve comprehension, there’s a literacy fundamental that’s crucial to develop: reading fluency. Fluency is the ability to read accurately and at an appropriate rate,…
Liven up remote learning with IXL Zoom backgrounds!
We’re excited to announce that official IXL Zoom backgrounds are here! Whether you’re a school administrator, teacher, student, or parent, you can customize your Zoom experience with these fun, education-themed backgrounds. Teachers and students can…
How to spot and address your child’s learning gaps
Learning has looked different for many families lately. With school closures in the spring and virtual or hybrid learning this fall, you may be wondering if your child has missed out on any essential concepts…
Differentiating for Algebra Students with Learning Differences
Teaching students with ADHD, dyslexia and other learning differences requires a highly individualized approach. High school math teacher Barbara Knight found that implementing IXL Math and the Real-Time Diagnostic in her classroom was key in…
IXL features that support young learners
IXL takes personalization seriously, and that means tailoring learning to each developmental stage. To enhance the experience for young learners, IXL now offers additional audio support for students still learning to read, QR codes for…
The assessment results you need this year
With standardized tests and year-end assessments cancelled last spring, we know many educators were left without the critical student data they need. The IXL Real-Time Diagnostic can help. Built right into IXL, the diagnostic accurately…
What’s new on IXL – September 2020
At IXL, we strive to keep our personalized learning platform in line and up to date with students’ evolving needs. Each month, we’ll be compiling a list of our top new features that will help…
Class activities that teachers can do virtually
It’s back-to-school time, but that doesn’t mean that it’s back to the classroom for everyone this year. If your school is affected by closures due to COVID-19, you may be feeling anxious about building relationships…
Dive into IXL’s guides for remote and hybrid learning
As you adapt to new styles of teaching this school year, we want to help you provide the best educational experience possible for your students. To smooth the transition to distance learning, we’ve created a…
Spanish support for IXL Math
Exciting update: As of December 2025, IXL is available in 120+ languages! Students can see all skills in math, science, and social studies in their native language, providing tailored support for English learners. Learn more…
IXL Study in the Sun Contest 2020: Winners
This year’s summer contest has come to an end, and wow—we are so impressed with the learning that IXL students around the world have achieved in the last three months! With more than 51,000 competitors…
Your ready-made lesson plans
IXL has done the lesson planning for you with skill plans! Our curriculum team has mapped out your instructional resources and custom-built IXL skills to precisely match each topic you’ll cover. With skill plans built…
Personalized study plans for SAT® and ACT®
IXL helps students achieve success on college entrance exams! Our new personalized study plans for the ACT® and SAT® guide each student to focus on the exact IXL skills that will improve their scores. Personalized…
