Two New Quick Reviews Released (Dec 4) The WWC has released two new quick reviews: one looks at a study of the use of everyday language to teach scientific concepts to fifth graders; the other rates a study of "Children's Defense Fund Freedom Schools", a summer program that aims to improve the reading skills of disadvantaged elementary and middle school students. » more info
Updated Reading Recovery Report Released (Dec 2) The WWC's Reading Recovery® report has been updated to include reviews of 28 studies that have been released since 2005. » more info
New Quick Review Released (Nov 25) See how the WWC rated a study that examined whether students attending a Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) middle school improved students' academic achievement. » more info
Early Intervention in Reading Report Released (Nov 25) The WWC's report on Early Intervention in Reading (EIR) has been updated to include reviews of two studies that have been released since 2005. » more info
WWC Releases New Middle School Math Report (Oct 21) The latest intervention report looks at studies of MathThematics, a curriculum for grades 6 through 8 that combines activity-based, discovery learning with direct instruction. » more info