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I CAN LEARN EDUCATIONAL
SYSTEMS
Interactive Computer Aided Natural
Learning
Research
One study of I CAN Learn® Pre-Algebra and Algebra
met the What Works Clearinghouse (WWC) evidence
standards and five more studies met WWC evidence
standards with reservations. The six studies, which
included more than 16,600 eighth- and ninth-grade
students in middle and high schools in California,
Florida, Georgia, and Louisiana, compared the
standardized math performance of students who used
the I CAN Learn® system with that of students who used
traditional curricula. 1
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The evidence presented in this report is based on the available research.
Findings and conclusions may change as new research becomes available.
Effectiveness
The I CAN Learn® Pre-Algebra and Algebra
curricula were found to have positive effects
on math achievement.
Improvement index2
Average: +6 percentile points
Range: -7 to +20 percentile points
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These numbers show the average and range of improvement indices for
all findings across the studies.
Positive effects
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Results: Gilmer, Georgia
GRCT - Georgia Criterion Referenced Competency Test
Mean Comparison by Math Sub-Scale
WWC Intervention Report:
Randomized Controlled Trial
Meets Evidence Standards
254 8th grade students from Gilmer County Middle School
I CAN Learn® is Focused on
Student Achievement
I CAN Learn® Brings Math to Life Through Speech, Written Word,
Pictures and Real World Examples
• Courseware is a Database of over 500 full lessons
– Fundamentals of Math
– Algebra Readiness (Pre-Algebra)
– Algebra (including Algebra-based Geometry lessons)
– Core Geometry
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•Variety of creative, exciting, and challenging "real-world" math
applications delivered through engaging multimedia presentations
•Interactive flash presentations that use colorful visuals, sounds, and
animations
•Lessons are explained clearly and concisely
•Each student works at his or her own pace, having the advantage of
working independently on the computer and interacting one-on-one
with the teacher.
•The I CAN Learn® classroom's unique design also inspires peer tutoring
and mentoring opportunities for students.
•Students become life-long learners in this self-paced environment.
•Students learn how to work independently, take good notes, and
improve test-taking skills in preparation for more advanced study.
•Lessons are structured around the NCTM strands and correlate with
district, state, and national standards.
Each lesson takes students through a series of comprehensive sections
providing a repetitive, interactive review of the skill presented.
- Pretest
Warm-up
Presentation
I CAN Learn® Tutor (Guided Practice)
Independent practice (IP)
Journal
Quiz
Cumulative Tests/Reviews
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Achievement
- March 2007
ALGEBRA LESSON
http://cw.icanlearnonline.com/CWLaunchF.asp
CORRELATIONS TO CORE
CONTENT FOR ASSESSMENT
http://www.icanlearn.com/pdf/KY%2
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FUNDAMENTAL MATH
•122 lessons
•40 hours of instructional video and
animated segments
Fundamentals of Mathematics Topics
• Place Value
• Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division of Whole
Numbers
• Number Theory and Simplifying Fractions
• Arithmetic of Fractions and Mixed Numbers
• Ratios and Proportions
• Arithmetic of Decimal Numbers
• Convert Between Fractions, Decimals and Percents
• Measurement
• Introduction to Data Analysis and Probability
• Introduction to Geometry
• Arithmetic of Integers
• Introduction to Algebra
PRE-ALGEBRA PROGRAM
• 131 lessons
• 45 hours of instructional video
• 18,720 question bank that
covers a wide range of
Algebraic topics
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Numbers and Operations
Mathematical Reasoning
Algebraic Expressions and Equations
Integers
Decimals
Number Sense
Fractions
Ratios and Proportions
Percents
Square Roots
Measurement
Basic Geometry
Two-Dimensional Geometry
Three-Dimensional Geometry
Probability
Statistics
Graphs and Functions
Patterns and Formulas
Advanced Lessons
PRE-ALGEBRA UNIT 1 NUMBER OPERATIONS
MPA-001 Identifying, Comparing, and Ordering Whole Numbers Through Billions
MPA-002 Adding, Subtracting, Multiplying, and Dividing Whole Numbers
MPA-013 Using Powers and Exponents in Expressions
MPA-008 Order of Operations
MPA-004 Using Rounding to Estimate
MPA-005 Estimating Products and Quotients Using Patterns
MPA-006 Determining Reasonableness of Answers and Appropriate Method of
Computation
MPA-003 Using Four-Step Plan for Problem Solving
http://www.icanlearn.com/pdf/PA_DefaultLessonOrder_Binder_March2008.pdf
ALGEBRA
• 181 lessons
• 40 hours of instructional video
• 23,550 question bank that
covers a wide range of
Algebraic topics
ALGEBRA TOPICS
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Algebraic System of Numbers and Operations
Algebraic Expressions
Equations
Inequalities
Graphing Equations and Inequalities
Foundations of Functions
Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities
Polynomial Operations
Polynomial Factoring
Polynomial Division
Radical Expressions and Equations
Quadratic Equations and Functions
Probability and Statistics
Geometry
Matrices
Rational Expressions and Equations
Logarithms
Advanced Algebra Topics
ALGEBRA UNIT 1
OPERATIONS OF NUMBERS AND
EXPRESSIONS
HA1-003 Order of Operations
HA1-015 Graphing Real Numbers Using a Number Line
HA1-020 Classifying Numbers into Subsets of Real Numbers
HA1-035 Adding Real Numbers Using a Number Line
HA1-025 Comparing and Ordering Real Numbers
HA1-030 Using Opposites and Absolute Values
HA1-040 The Addition Rule for Real Numbers
HA1-045 Subtracting Real Numbers
HA1-050 Multiplying Real Numbers
HA1-055 Dividing Real Numbers
HA1-062 Adding, Subtracting, Multiplying, and Dividing Real Numbers
HA1-060 Evaluating Numerical Expressions Using the Order of Operations
HA1-810 Simplifying Expressions Using the Multiplication Properties of Exponents
HA1-815 Simplifying Expressions with Negative and Zero Exponents
HA1-818 Simplifying Expressions Using the Division Properties of Exponents
HA1-235 Applying Scientific Notation
http://www.icanlearn.com/pdf/Algebra_DefaultLessonOrder_Binder_March2008.pdf
CLASSROOM EXPLORER
• The I CAN Learn® Classroom Explorer is a tool
for teachers that interfaces and supports all
features of the I CAN Learn® courseware. It
keeps record of student attendance,
homework, and tests grades so that teachers
can chart student progress. It frees teachers
from administrative headaches and allows
them to focus on teaching.
CLASSROOM EXPLORER FEATURES
• The Classroom Explorer allows the teacher to quickly
retrieve accurate data on each student
• The Gradebook calculates and keeps track of students'
daily grades and semester averages in real-time
• The Reports tool, which teachers can use to generate
instant progress reports that map out a student's work
over a period of time
• Teachers can give instant, detailed feedback to
students and parents and can also better assess each
student's needs and adjust difficulty levels to meet the
needs of a diverse range of students.
• Manage a class of up to 30 students.
COST
• $43.48/STUDENT/INSTRUCTIONAL YEAR
• IF STUDENTS DO NOT PASS COURSE THEY ARE
GIVEN A SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM AT NO
ADDITIONAL FEE
• $400 – SEVERAL THOUSAND FOR
INSTALLATION AND TRAINING (1 DAY – MANY
DAYS ON SITE VISITS)
• YOU MAY CHOOSE LESSONS FROM ANY OF
THE PROGRAMS FOR YOUR STUDENTS
1. Diagnostic assessment
• 1.1. Does the intervention program include diagnostic
assessments that identify students’ specific strengths
and weaknesses with respect to both conceptual
understanding and procedures?
• 1.2. Do the assessments investigate students’
knowledge of fundamental mathematics concepts that
are grade appropriate?
• 1.3. Does the content that is assessed align with the
school’s prescribed curriculum?
• 1.4. Do the assessments communicate students’
strengths and weaknesses in ways that teachers and
parents can understand?
I CAN LEARN
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2. Instructional activities
• 2.1. Does the intervention program include a series of
instructional activities that are carefully linked with the
diagnostic assessments?
• 2.2. Do the program’s instructional activities support and
enhance, but not supplant or duplicate, regular classroom
instruction?
• 2.3. Are tools for ongoing, formative assessment embedded in
the instructional activities?
• 2.4. Is the mathematics in the instructional activities correct?
• 2.5. Do the instructional activities advance the school’s
curriculum and promote reasoning and conceptual
understanding?
• 2.6. Do the instructional activities contain challenging tasks
that are appropriate for students’ interests and backgrounds?
3. Postassessment
• 3.1. Does the intervention program contain
postassessments that indicate whether the
instructional activities have been effective?
• 3.2. Are follow-up assessments administered
in a timely fashion?
• 3.3. Do the assessments communicate
students’ growth or need for further
instruction in ways that teachers and parents
can understand?
4. Organizational structure of the
intervention
• 4.1. Is the structure of the intervention program
feasible given the organizational structure of the
school?
• 4.2. Does the school have the necessary
resources to implement the intervention program
as designed?
• 4.3. Does the intervention program include
adequate and ongoing professional development
to ensure effective implementation?
5. Research supporting the
intervention
• 5.1. Have rigorous and appropriate methods
been used to evaluate the intervention
program and determined it to be successful?
• 5.2. Does theoretical and empirical evidence
support the efficacy of the intervention
program in a setting that is similar to your
school?