New Insights on Tutoring Efficiency and Cost-Effectiveness

New Insights on Tutoring Efficiency and Cost-Effectiveness

June 13, 2024

Tutoring boosts academic performance, but more research is needed to pinpoint the most effective methods. Accelerate’s report analyzed 89 K-12 studies to assess tutoring approaches’ impact on student achievement. With federal funding ending, cost-effective interventions are crucial. Although less than a quarter of studies met evidence standards, Saga Education’s tutoring showed significant gains. Accelerate’s analysis highlights the importance of tutoring dosage and effectiveness, guiding states and districts towards impactful solutions.

Evidence for ESSA Recognizes Saga High-Impact Math Tutoring with a “Strong” Evidence Rating

May 22, 2024

Saga Education, a nonprofit specializing in edtech, earned a “strong” evidence rating from Evidence for ESSA for its high-impact tutoring (HIT) program in 9-10 grade math. This rating confirms the program’s rigorous evaluation and its significant effectiveness in boosting student learning. The HIT program offers extra support during school hours through flexible tutoring models and explores technology to expand and enhance its impact.

Tutoring Programs Co-Designed by Saga Education Reveal Promising Success

March 27, 2024

Key Takeaways: Tutoring Works: In-school, high-impact tutoring delivered significant learning gains, with math improvements equivalent to regaining two-thirds of a year lost during the pandemic. Coaching for Tutors: Delivery Matters: Out-of-school tutoring programs saw lower participation rates than in-school options. Benefits of AI Coaching:  AI coaching can provide coaches with target feedback for tutors to…

Schools Need New Plans to Help Students Catch Up When ESSER Funding Ends

March 6, 2024

In the latest white paper, Accelerate Learning Now, Saga proposes several alternative strategies to help students catch up on their learning. Learn to identify additional funding resources, prospective partners, and other tactics to help your students.

Leveraging the Federal Work-Study Program to Fund High-Impact Tutoring in P-12 Schools

January 8, 2024

In a recent white paper, Saga Education explores the potential of using Federal Work-Study (FWS) as a funding source to place college students in support roles for P–12 students, such as tutoring, coaching, and mentoring.

Why Early Literacy And Algebra I Are The Best Bets For High-Impact Tutoring

July 25, 2023

Saga Education’s high-impact tutoring program is a research-backed, proven solution to teach foundational skills, accelerate learning, and provide students with small-group instruction during the school day as part of regular class time.