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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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A vast array of ebooks and audiobooks awaits your students, sourced from thousands of publishers and featuring hundreds of premium titles at no charge. With limitless reading opportunities accessible on nearly any device, Sora acts as the key to an extensive selection of ebooks and audiobooks tailored for educational institutions, offering millions of titles from a multitude of publishers. Catering to diverse interests and skill levels, Sora ensures that every reader can find something appealing. It all begins with the comprehensive catalog, but Sora also introduces transformative features designed to engage more students with a wider variety of books, thereby enriching their educational experiences. The current collection includes hundreds of premium titles available for simultaneous use, featuring essential classics such as Emma and Hamlet alongside popular student favorites like Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Every Falling Star. In addition, users can easily explore and borrow age-appropriate ebooks and audiobooks from their local public library’s digital resources through Public Library CONNECT, expanding their access to literature even further. Ultimately, Sora bridges the gap between students and the literary world, enhancing their learning journey in unprecedented ways.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

Greenhouse
Oliver v5
Renaissance Next
illumin

Integrations

Greenhouse
Oliver v5
Renaissance Next
illumin

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

No price information available.
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

Renaissance Learning

Founded

1986

Country

United States

Website

www.renaissance.com/products/practice-instruction/accelerated-reader/

Vendor Details

Company Name

OverDrive

Founded

1986

Country

United States

Website

company.overdrive.com/k-12-schools/discover-sora/

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