This guide is a companion piece to the “Power of connectedness: a case for coherent instruction for reading and science improvement” research brief, and highlights the classroom routines, teacher moves, and learning conditions that supported fourth and fifth grade students in growing at nearly double the national rate in reading and science.

This guide is a companion piece to the “Power of connectedness: a case for coherent instruction for reading and science improvement” research brief, and highlights features of curriculum-based professional learning that stood out, as well as how leaders can use them to help teachers internalize curriculum, respond to student needs, and enact strong instruction.

This study sets college readiness performance benchmarks on the MAP® Growth™ reading and mathematics assessments for students in grades 6 through 11. These benchmarks indicate whether students are likely to score at or above college readiness thresholds on ACT® and SAT® math and reading tests.

This guide provides information on ways districts and schools could use MAP Growth data to inform placement into Algebra 1, including how to select appropriate benchmarks, what does meeting an Algebra 1 readiness benchmark mean, and what benchmarks can and cannot tell educators. This guide replaces a previous version published in 2024.

Explore achievement and growth norms for the MAP Reading Fluency Early Literacy RIT for grades K–5. This guide provides national context for interpreting student achievement and growth across fall, winter, and spring, along with guidance for understanding scores, growth projections, and the universal screening threshold.

This user guide explains how to navigate the College Explorer, a powerful tool for students to use with guidance counselors, teachers, or parents to plan for their academic future. It includes step-by-step directions, FAQs, and key definitions related to the research linking MAP® Growth™ scores to ACT® and SAT® scores.

For many leaders, MTSS represents an intentional and responsive way to support learning across schools. But it’s not without its challenges. Read our guide for detailed tips on how to get the most out of MTSS in your school or district.