High-dosage tutoring. Supports for adolescent literacy. An extra block of math instruction. Schools are using these and other academic interventions to help improve student achievement. But are they working? During this virtual event, we will explore best practices in academic interventions and how to know whether they are making a difference.
Join us to discuss a range of learning interventions, such as maximizing time for instruction and targeted help during the school day, supporting teens who struggle with reading, optimizing virtual tutoring, and more. Attendees will:
- Hear from EdWeek journalist and experts on academic interventions to boost student achievement and get tips on implementing them effectively
- See exclusive EdWeek Research Center survey responses and federal data on learning interventions
- Get insights on the optimal use of time in schools, including disparities in learning time by state and district, common sources of distractions, and how schools can maximize the time students spend learning
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Agenda
Welcome & Introduction

Interactive Session: Where are we with learning recovery?

Industry Perspective: Coaching & Development: The Key to Effective High-Impact Tutoring
High-impact tutoring, also called high-dosage tutoring, is not a quick fix for today’s academic challenges—it's a strategic investment in a student's future. However, tutor training is just the beginning. Ongoing coaching and professional development are what ensure long-term success in high-impact tutoring. Learn how continuous coaching, feedback, and skill-building create confident, effective tutors who drive real student learning. Get insights on Saga Education’s approach to coaching and development, including real examples of how structured support helps tutors grow and how a well-designed curriculum can reinforce tutor development without additional training time.

Panel discussion: Harness More Learning Time During the School Day


Q&A: Does Virtual Tutoring Have a 'Secret Sauce?'

Panel discussion: What Teachers Need to Support Struggling Adolescent Readers

Interactive Session: The Work that Remains to be Done

Closing Thoughts
