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Use of MAP Accelerator associated with improved mathematics outcomes during the COVID-disrupted 2020-21 school year

Ninety-nine districts partnered with NWEA and Khan Academy to implement MAP Accelerator during the COVID-disrupted 2020–21 school year. Results indicate that students using MAP Accelerator for 30 or more minutes a week throughout the school year showed greater-than-expected growth, on average, from fall 2020 to spring 2021 on their MAP Growth tests compared to normative growth based on pre-pandemic trends.

Topics: Education research, Math

Products: MAP Accelerator

02.24.23

Guide

4 simple ways to apply the science of reading to your classroom

The “science of reading” has become one of those ubiquitous buzzword phrases in education. Educators may find themselves wondering, “What are the implications of the science of reading for me, my students, and my whole approach to literacy instruction?” Answer those questions and more with this detailed guide. 

Topics: Early learning, Education research, Instructional strategy & resources, Literacy

Products: MAP Reading Fluency

01.20.23

Article

6 ways to level up with the science of reading

Implementing the science of reading is an ongoing process to shift instructional strategies to evidence-based practices. Two literacy experts from NWEA® share six ways literacy educators can continue to build on their progress and take the science of reading to the next level.

Topics: Early learning, Education research, Instructional strategy & resources, Literacy

01.18.23

Article

10 time-saving tips for literacy instruction

Literacy subject-matter experts share their best time-saving instructional and operational strategies to support young readers. Learn how incorporating them into your routine can preserve valuable instructional time.

Topics: Early learning, Education research, Instructional strategy & resources, Literacy, Professional learning

Products: MAP Reading Fluency

01.09.23

Case Study

Ohio middle school sees dramatic math gains with MAP Accelerator

Educators at Lewis F. Mayer middle school discuss the significant increase they’ve in math summative test scores since adding MAP Accelerator to their instructional strategies to address unfinished learning.

Topics: Education research, Instructional strategy & resources, Math

Products: MAP Accelerator

12.22.22

Case Study

NWEA Partnership Spotlight: Bolstering whole-child education alongside NewSchools Venture Fund

Researchers from NWEA partnered with NewSchools Venture Fund  to explore the relationship between school culture and climate, social and emotional learning, and academic achievement. Learn more about this innovative research partnership.

Topics: Assessment, Education research, Equity, Leadership, Social emotional learning

Products: MAP Growth

12.19.22

Case Study

In partnership with Microsoft AI for Accessibility, research brings us closer to equity in math assessment

Funded by Microsoft’s AI for Accessibility Grant, NWEA joined with Perkins Access, Governor Morehead School, and Sonja Steinbach, a math educator who works with students with vision disabilities. Together, they embarked on a unique research partnership to make middle school mathematics assessments more accessible for students with vision impairments.

Topics: Accessibility, Assessment, Education research, Equity, Math

12.19.22
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