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Latest Learning Science Resources from Newsela

BTS Kickoff 2026 Keynote - Build Routines that Support Every Learner

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Efficacy Study & Validity Report

December 19, 2025

Intentional practice encourages deep reading and boosts ELA achievement: A study of Newsela’s Checks for Understanding (CFUs)

ELA growth study

Efficacy Study & Validity Report

December 17, 2025

Newsela usage is linked to 33% improvement over expected ELA growth at Wayne County Public Schools

Latest Learning Science Blogs from Newsela

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High School Psychology: Teaching Ideas & Resources

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Building Strong Elementary Literacy in K–5 Classrooms

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August 13, 2025

Boost Students' Learning and Confidence With ELA Quizzes

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BTS Kickoff 2026 Keynote - Build Routines that Support Every Learner

Newsela validity study MAP CFUs

Efficacy Study & Validity Report

December 19, 2025

Intentional practice encourages deep reading and boosts ELA achievement: A study of Newsela’s Checks for Understanding (CFUs)

ELA growth study

Efficacy Study & Validity Report

December 17, 2025

Newsela usage is linked to 33% improvement over expected ELA growth at Wayne County Public Schools

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September 26, 2025

Explicit Literacy Instruction for Secondary Readers - A Conversation with Jennifer Serravallo

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Efficacy Study & Validity Report

The benefits of using Newsela texts online

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Efficacy Study & Validity Report

January 6, 2025

Efficacy Studies at Newsela: An Overview

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Colorful learning blocks and a paper brain illustration representing high school psychology concepts.

High School Psychology: Teaching Ideas & Resources

A young girl smiling while reading at her desk in a bright, modern elementary classroom with a blurred student in the background.

Building Strong Elementary Literacy in K–5 Classrooms

A young student with a denim jacket sitting at a desk, focused on writing in a notebook. A laptop is open on the desk next to her, and other students are visible in the background, suggesting a classroom environment.

August 13, 2025

Boost Students' Learning and Confidence With ELA Quizzes

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