IXL Learning

IXL Learning: Personalized Learning Platform for K-12

IXL Learning is a subscription-based learning platform for K-12 students (from pre-K through 12th grade). According to its presentation, more than 18 million students use it and over 200 billion questions have been answered. The platform offers a comprehensive curriculum covering math, language arts, science, social studies, and Spanish, with over 20,000 skills in total.

Curriculum and Content by Subject

The curriculum is organized by grade, from Pre-K through 12th grade, and includes skills, videos, and games for each subject. The offerings by subject and level are detailed below:

• Math: from counting objects and comparing numbers in Pre-K to calculus and precalculus in 12th grade. It includes topics such as fractions, decimals, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, linear functions, quadratic equations, complex numbers, and derivatives.
• Language Arts: from letter names and sounds in Pre-K to domain-specific vocabulary and argument writing in 12th grade. It covers grammar, spelling, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and written expression.
• Science: from plants and animals in kindergarten to biology, chemistry, and physics in higher grades. It includes topics such as genetics, cell division, chemical bonds, and engineering design.
• Social Studies: from communities and rules in kindergarten to U.S. history, world history, civics, and government in higher grades.
• Spanish: 140 skills covering time expressions, adjectives to describe people, present tense of regular verbs, and formality.

The platform also offers a specific section for high school students and for adults learning independently.

Skill Plans and Curriculum Alignment

IXL offers personalized skill plans that align with state standards, such as Florida's B.E.S.T. standards and Access Points, as well as with over 110 popular textbook series. It also provides test prep for assessments such as NWEA MAP, ACT, and SAT. Users can find the skill plan that fits their needs.

Tools for Educators and Parents

The platform includes a suite of assessment tools, personalized guidance, and actionable analytics. Educators can get real-time insights to make instructional decisions, while students receive recommendations to fill knowledge gaps. It also features a real-time diagnostic, awards, and certificates to motivate students.

Research and Success Stories

IXL states that its effectiveness is backed by research and presents case studies showing its impact in classrooms across the country. The platform is used by outstanding teachers, including those in the Elite 100 program, who share their experiences.

International Presence and Offices

IXL Learning has an international presence with editions for the United States, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Spain, France, India, Ireland, Latin America, New Zealand, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. The company has offices in California (headquarters), North Carolina, Toronto (Canada), London (UK), and Sydney (Australia).

Other Resources from the Group

In addition to its main platform, IXL Learning offers other educational resources: Takeoff by IXL, immersive learning for 25 languages, trusted tutors for over 300 subjects, 35,000 worksheets, games, and lesson plans, a marketplace for educator-created resources, adaptive learning for English vocabulary, educational games for kids, a Spanish-English dictionary and translator, and fast and accurate language certification.

Offices and Locations

California Location - Headquarters: 777 Mariners Island Blvd., Suite 600, San Mateo, CA 94404 (USA)

North Carolina Location: 1600 Perimeter Park Dr., Suite 100, Morrisville, NC 27560 (USA)

Toronto, Canada Location: 326 Adelaide Street West, Suite 400, Toronto, ON M5V 1R3 (Canada)

London, UK Location: 1st Floor, The Bower, 211 Old Street, London EC1V 9NR (UK)

Sydney, Australia Location: Level 45, 680 George St, Sydney, New South Wales 2000