Special Needs Resources

Specialized programs and tools designed to support students with diverse learning needs, including learning differences, disabilities, and unique educational requirements.

ALEKS (McGraw Hill)

Special Needs

Adaptive learning system for mathematics that uses artificial intelligence to determine what a student knows and doesn't know.

Highlights

Adaptive assessment; Personalized learning paths; Detailed progress reporting; K-12 and college mathematics; Research-based

Our Insights

ALEKS excels in identifying precisely which mathematical concepts students have mastered and which need reinforcement. The system continually reassesses understanding, ensuring that learning gaps are addressed before moving forward.

Time4Learning Special Needs

Special Needs

Customizable online curriculum designed to support students with various learning differences and special education needs.

Highlights

Multimedia presentation; Self-paced learning; Multi-sensory approach; Detailed reporting; Automated grading

Our Insights

Time4Learning's platform allows parents to set each subject at appropriate grade level, accommodating asynchronous development. The combination of visual, auditory, and interactive elements supports multiple learning styles and needs.

Reading Horizons

Special Needs

Research-based reading program designed for struggling readers, dyslexic students, and ESL learners using a systematic phonics approach.

Highlights

Orton-Gillingham based methodology; Explicit phonics instruction; Multi-sensory approach; Assessment tools; Progress monitoring

Our Insights

Reading Horizons' systematic, explicit approach to phonics instruction makes it particularly effective for students with dyslexia and other reading difficulties. Their methodology breaks reading into manageable steps with ample practice and reinforcement.

Lexia Learning

Special Needs

Personalized literacy programs that adapt to student needs and provide real-time progress monitoring and targeted instruction.

Highlights

Adaptive learning engine; Research-validated; Personalized instruction; Teacher resources; Structured literacy approach

Our Insights

Lexia's programs provide the right level of challenge and support at the right time, with automatic placement and ongoing progress monitoring. Their approach is particularly effective for struggling readers, including those with dyslexia.

Moby Max

Special Needs

Comprehensive learning platform that finds and fixes learning gaps with adaptive, individualized learning across all K-8 subjects.

Highlights

Diagnostic testing; Adaptive curriculum; Progress monitoring; Skill-level adjustment; Multi-subject coverage

Our Insights

Moby Max's comprehensive diagnostic testing pinpoints exactly where learning gaps exist, then provides targeted instruction at the precise level needed. Their system is particularly valuable for students working below grade level who need to catch up.