A Success Story
Reading improvement in a short period of time
In a 10 week time period, Urban Media Literacy used our media literacy curriculum to increase the ELA reading scores of a group of 40 students.
Most of the students were reading two or more levels below grade on their first assessment. On their second assessment, The group had an overall ELA reading score improvement of 150%. Some students reading scores jumped 3 grade levels in 10 weeks. All the students in the group improved in some area of reading comprehension.
The Story got even better
The group outscored the District averages
on their ELA benchmarks
By incorporating UML's 4 Pillars for Success
into their curriculum these students
became more engaged and took ownership of their education.
They thought they could win, so they won
No one plays in a game they don't think they can win
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1st assessment
1st assessment
Students were given their first assessment in September, prior to my becoming their ELA teacher
2nd Assessment
1st assessment
10 weeks later they were assessed again. Adding UML's 4 Pillars of Success helped the students make significant gains.
150% Annual Growth
3 Grade Levels in 10 Weeks
The students were required to weekly do lessons on the I-Ready learning platform. My Students showed annual reading progress of 150%
3 Grade Levels in 10 Weeks
3 Grade Levels in 10 Weeks
3 Grade Levels in 10 Weeks
Some students improved 3 reading grade levels in as little as ten weeks
Growth
3 Grade Levels in 10 Weeks
Outscoring the District
38/40 students showed an increase in reading comprehension skills
Outscoring the District
3 Grade Levels in 10 Weeks
Outscoring the District
My 8th graders out paced the district and region on their state Benchmark Tests
Children Who Read Succeed
Children Who Read Succeed
Children Who Read Succeed
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Key Takeaways:
- Dramatic Reading Score Improvement: A group of 40 students, mostly reading below grade level, increased their ELA reading scores by 150% in just 10 weeks using Urban Media Literacy's curriculum.
- Individual Growth: Some students even jumped 3 grade levels in reading comprehension, showcasing the program's potential to close the achievement gap.
- Beyond Academics: Students reported feeling more engaged and taking ownership of their education, suggesting a broader impact on learning motivation and self-efficacy.
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What this means:
- Urban Media Literacy's program is demonstrably effective in boosting literacy skills for struggling students.
- The curriculum goes beyond basic reading, fostering critical thinking, communication, and engagement among participants.
- The program provides hope and opportunity for youth in underserved communities to excel in their education and future careers.