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and implemented early intervention programs are successful in improving
the achievement of students at risk of failure. Without appropriate
intervention, these students are more likely to develop less favorable
attitudes about school and most likely to fall further and further
behind their on-grade peers.
With Learning Together, districts can target at-risk subgroups, raise their academic achievement and therefore raise whole-school performance. Learning Together has been effective in helping schools meet and exceed performance goals.
Who are the tutees?Tutees
are selected based on local and state assessments and on teacher
recommendations. Students may be in grades two through middle school
and are able to decode, but not necessarily comprehend. They may be
struggling with reading fluency and comprehension and/or critical
thinking and math problem-solving skills. Tutees who benefit most from
Learning Together may be:
- Below proficient in reading fluency and comprehension and/or math problem-solving skills
- Intermediate and advanced English language learners
- Mild to moderate learning disabled students (IEPs or 504s)
Who are the cross-age tutors? Below-proficient
students reap great benefits as Learning Together tutors. The training
they receive helps these students reinforce their own skills and learn
to apply them in the classroom. Of course, high-achieving students make
wonderful tutors, too! Tutors must read at a fourth-grade level and
exhibit appropriate communication and reading or math skills. They must
demonstrate a desire to help younger students and a
commitment to attend all lessons.
Reach twice as many students with cross-age tutoring.
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