“I Have a Dream”: Lesson Plans for MLK Day
MLK Day is almost here and we’ve gathered up some meaningful ways to remember the extraordinary man who inspired this holiday. From the “I Have a Dream” speech to inspired found poetry, here’s how to…
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Introducing Language Arts for 1st Grade!
We’re ringing in the new year with a new grade level – language arts for 1st grade! Plus, more language arts and math skills in other grades – keep reading to learn more….
4 Ideas to Incorporate IXL Social Studies in Your Lessons
No matter what your style of teaching, IXL fits with your lesson plans! We previously shared some ideas for implementing IXL science in your classroom, and now we’d like to suggest some ways to engage…
4 Ways to Implement IXL Science in Your Classroom
As the year draws to a close (already?!) and you begin planning for the upcoming semester, we have some tips on how to get started with IXL’s new science content. IXL is designed for a…
Teaching strategies for students who don’t speak English
How many diverse languages do the students in your class speak? The population of English language learners (ELLs) has been steadily increasing, so chances are you’ve had at least one ELL student in your class….
Blended Learning with IXL and Google Leads to Increased Math Achievement
Dr. Chris Mangan is a 5th grade math teacher in the Parkland School District, northwest of Philadelphia. Chris wanted to find an effective teaching method to help students at all levels master math, and knew…
What SmartScore Goal Should I Set For My Students?
Have you ever wondered how IXL skills are able to adapt to each student and challenge them at just the right level? It’s all about the SmartScore! Setting SmartScore goals for your students is a…
