IXL Reviews & Ratings 2024 (2024)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

We use IXL Learning to help students master topics and practice questions outside of the classroom. Much of the classroom times is spent in lecture or reviewing problem sets, but with IXL Learning it allows students to breakdown different concepts into different categories and dynamically work through those that are easy or hard for them and practice each concept until they master it. It solves the problem that students may struggle with concepts since they do not receive enough practice or their practice is not tailored to their areas of strength or weakness.

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It is great for providing students extra resources and opportunities for practice. In this case, it is extremely well suited. Moreover, since every student is different, the dynamic adjustment allows students to work through more/less problems depending on their level of mastery which can help students pinpoint areas of issues to discuss in the class. It is less appropriate for settings where a student may struggle to teach themselves as this requires some level of independence on part of the user.

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As an ELA teacher, our department used IXL Learning for targeted practice of specific skills. IXL Learning aligns with our state standards, which made it easy to pull different skills that directly supported the scope and sequence of instruction. IXL Learning analytics allows users to monitor progress, which is helpful for addressing any gaps and celebrating success. The scope of my use was as a supplemental instruction tool. Students would be taught a skill, and IXL Learning was used to support their learning through additional practice.

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In terms of IXL Learning for ELA, I think that IXL Learning is best suited for use as homework or as supplemental instruction. It should not be used as the primary means of introducing a topic or concept to students. I also found it to be a helpful diagnostic tool that helped me determine where each of my students was when beginning a new unit or standard.

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IXL Learning was easier for the students to navigate, and it seems to have a better layout overall. NoRedInk appears slightly antiquated, and students were often confused on how to use the different features or answer questions. However, NoRedInk is the superior tool for teaching writing skills and giving students authentic writing practice. IXL Learning is better when it comes to practicing specific skills.

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IXL Learning is a great tool for parents and teachers that are needing an extra boost or supplement to their pupils learning portfolio. Learning paths can be customized based on state standards, classroom focus and topic specifics. It helps boost pupil confidence in subjects they previously had issues with because the diagnostic area challenges them and then adjusts based on their level of knowledge.

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IXL Learning is for any one in primary school settings. It isa wonderful tool to encourage profieciency across several subjects using a variety of educational standards including the current year's assigned textbooks, state standards and classroom specific topics. This helps children excel in subjects they are already good in, but also helps them in areas they aren't. The programs are designed to work as a toll based on the child's individual learning levels and abilities.

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I have used other products for pupils in the past but nothing compares to IXL Learning. It is affordable and user friendly, but most importantly it does what is promises. It helps elevate students studies and grades in a way the ABC Mouse and others do not. When my pupils played on ABC Mouse, that is all it was, playing. They found ways out of answering constructive activity questions and found ways to only play the little games that were meant as reward.

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Use Cases and Deployment Scope

IXL gives teachers easy access to math practice for students. I have used it in my classroom and for small group interventions. IXL practice is broken down into grade levels and by standards which makes finding your topic easy. In my classroom, I would also use it for bell ringers or problems for review games as well.

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If you want quick practice without any hassle, IXL does that wonderfully. IXL has easy to find standards and pinpoints what practice you want to give your students. I like how it also explains problems that students get wrong. I also like to use it during class to review a standard with students before giving them their independent work.

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IXL is the best for easy to find practice for math standards. Freckle has more in depth features and integrates with other Renaissance products well, but can be hard to learn or use. Prodigy is a fun math game platform that works well for extra student practice or learning, but isn't as targeted as IXL.

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It allowed me to give homework to my students without having to make copies of the work and hand it out. It cut down on the paperwork that I had to take home with me to grade. It automatically grades the work, so all I have to do is get the grades and place them in the grade book. It definitely simplified my course.

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This is particularly great for when students miss class and need to make up work. You have the ability to link the work to Google Classroom, Canvas, etc., and they can work it through there without having to wait to get back to school to pick up paperwork for them to complete. It allows them to keep up with their work at school.

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