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Description
Integrating context and relevance into any English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum is crucial for effective literacy instruction. To foster genuine engagement, it is essential to introduce topics that resonate with students, simultaneously enhancing their background knowledge and vocabulary in order to cultivate active and involved readers. The notion that student engagement and standards-aligned ELA instruction are incompatible is a misconception; in fact, they can complement one another seamlessly. By designing captivating ELA lessons that consistently incorporate authentic, leveled content aligned with standards, educators can spark students' curiosity. With access to over 10,000 texts spanning more than 20 genres, learners can delve deeply into a wide array of subjects, ensuring they encounter the intricate texts that await them both in academic settings and beyond. Each text is accompanied by a quiz tailored to ELA standards, focusing on either informational reading or literature, allowing teachers to hone in on the unique skill development needs of each student while fostering a love for reading. This approach not only enriches the learning experience but also prepares students for the diverse reading challenges they will face in the future.
Description
Accelerated Reader, created by Renaissance, is a digital program designed to facilitate the management, monitoring, and encouragement of independent reading among students in schools, libraries, and classrooms. Students select books that match their reading abilities and read them at their own speed. Upon completing a book, they engage with a computerized quiz to evaluate their comprehension through the AR platform. Each title in the AR database is assigned a readability level based on the ATOS formula, as well as a point value that reflects its length and complexity; students earn points by successfully passing the quizzes. These accumulated points help students work towards individualized reading objectives established by their teachers. Educators, and sometimes parents, receive comprehensive insights and reports detailing each student's reading habits, which encompass the titles read, comprehension levels, progress towards their goals, and overall reading volume. This interactive approach not only fosters a love for reading but also empowers students to take responsibility for their learning journey.
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Free Trial
Free Version
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Vendor Details
Company Name
Newsela
Founded
2013
Country
United States
Website
newsela.com
Vendor Details
Company Name
Renaissance Learning
Founded
1986
Country
United States
Website
www.renaissance.com/products/practice-instruction/accelerated-reader/
Product Features
Learning Experience Platforms
Built-in Course Authoring
Content Sharing
Employee Portal
Gamification
Microlearning
Mobile Learning
Multi-User Collaboration
Recommendations
Reporting/Analytics
Self-Service Content Curation
Social Learning
Third Party Course Library