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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,…

March 20, 2026 In the Classroom

What’s new on IXL – February 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…

March 16, 2026 IXL Updates

Boost test scores with StudyWise: A smarter approach to test prep

Test prep can be overwhelming for students juggling multiple subjects and for educators trying to support learners with very different needs. With limited time before high-stakes assessments, it’s critical that practice is focused, relevant, and…

March 2, 2026 Educator Insights

What’s new on IXL – January 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…

February 13, 2026 IXL Updates

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,…

March 20, 2026 In the Classroom

What’s new on IXL – February 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…

March 16, 2026 IXL Updates

Boost test scores with StudyWise: A smarter approach to test prep

Test prep can be overwhelming for students juggling multiple subjects and for educators trying to support learners with very different needs. With limited time before high-stakes assessments, it’s critical that practice is focused, relevant, and…

March 2, 2026 Educator Insights

What’s new on IXL – January 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…

February 13, 2026 IXL Updates

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IXLers Head Back to School—To Volunteer!

On April 23, a group of IXLers went back to high school for the day! We helped students at East Palo Alto Academy clean up their campus and prepare for a big school project. East Palo…

April 29, 2016 Life at IXL

What’s a Mole Have to Do with the White House? How to Handle Polysemous Words in the Classroom

A mole is a very different concept depending on whether you’re sitting in social studies or science class: are you referring to a spy in the White House or the small burrowing mammal? Regardless, both…

April 28, 2016 In the Classroom

Show and Tell: Randy Rawlins

Meet Randy Rawlins, a computer whiz and Technical Support Analyst at our Raleigh office. Find out about his racecar aspirations, how he’d survive a zombie apocalypse, and more!…

April 26, 2016 Life at IXL

IXL Spring Learning Showdown 2016: Leaderboard Update #2

We’re nearing the finish line for this year’s Spring Showdown, and your classes continue impressing us with their dedication and drive to win! Here’s the second leaderboard update—take a look to see if your class…

April 22, 2016 In the Classroom

Should the English Spelling System Be Revised to Help Kids Learn?

It’s no secret that English spelling is complex. What’s often forgotten is that it takes children a long time to master the skill, and let’s not kid ourselves: plenty of adults still grapple with it…

April 20, 2016 At Home

IXL Spring Learning Showdown 2016: Leaderboard Update #1

Wow! We’re already blown away by the number of classrooms who have entered and the amount of questions that have been answered. Check out the current standings below to see if your class ranks in…

April 15, 2016 In the Classroom

Ever Wondered What It Would Be Like to Learn to Read Again?

For most of us, the experience of learning to read is a distant, fading memory. It’s hard to put ourselves back in the shoes of young students as they painstakingly sound out words. Whether you…

April 13, 2016 In the Classroom

IXL’s Mobile Team Goes Back to School for a Classroom Visit!

Recently some of the engineers from our mobile team went on a field trip—back to school! Corey Zilli, an IXL Educational Sales Consultant, went along with them and is here to report the story….

April 12, 2016 In the Classroom

Celebrate Earth Day with Free 3rd & 4th Grade Lessons Available for Download

The world is a wide and wacky place, and what better time to introduce students to some of its wonders than Earth Day! IXL Training Specialist Kelly Oh has created four lesson plans, which use…

April 8, 2016 In the Classroom

10 Poems in 10 Lines or Less for National Poetry Month

Poetry can be a tough sell to kids and adults alike. But it doesn’t have to be! By exploring the power and emotion conveyed in just a few lines of poetry, you’ll get kids thinking…

April 5, 2016 At Home

Guest Blog: The Missing Ingredient in Education

Today, we’re bringing you a guest post by Ian Moore, an Educational Sales Consultant with IXL. In this post, he explains what a growth mindset is and shares his insights and expertise on how to…

March 31, 2016 In the Classroom

Enter the 2016 IXL Spring Learning Showdown!

This is no April Fool’s joke! The IXL Spring Learning Showdown is returning April 1st. Challenge your class to answer as many questions as they can in one month for the chance to win prizes!…

March 28, 2016 In the Classroom
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