Children who struggle with reading may need different tools and resources to help them gain proficiency and meet grade-level benchmarks. Some parents can afford private tutoring for their child or their child may have qualified for additional help and enrichment through school-based reading programs. Other parents might not have the financial resources for a private … Read more
As virtual learning went mainstream during the pandemic, schools realized that they could pivot to remote learning for snow days, too. While the much-anticipated snow day often included sledding, snow men and sleeping in, many schools are now moving to virtual instruction instead of canceling classes. When winter weather forces schools to close beyond the … Read more
Children who struggle with reading comprehension also may struggle across subjects, especially as content becomes harder and more abstract. In later elementary grades, children may need to read chapters in social studies and science textbooks to learn and master new concepts. If a child is struggling to comprehend material, they may fall behind and struggle … Read more
Android and iOS are the two most popular operating systems on smartphone devices. Apple might lead in smartphone shares, but it also holds the majority in the operating systems market (OS). Android only accounts for 46 percent, while Apple took 53.66 percent. Most in the U.S. use a phone with either iOS or Android. When … Read more
Many school districts across the country utilize one-to-one computing; this means that each child is provided with a laptop or, in many cases, a Chromebook. According to a 2018 market brief by EdWeek, Chromebooks represented 60 percent of school computer purchases. Kajeet reported that in 2019 the majority of schools and districts—85 percent—use a Chromebook … Read more
In kindergarten, children are learning the basics of reading. They are exploring sound blends, memorizing sight words and reading easy text. By fifth grade, students will be preparing for middle school. Their reading is likely focused on chapter books, and they are learning more abstract concepts. The years between kindergarten and fifth grade represent an … Read more
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