Quick Note: In this unit, you will learn about IXL. The IXL interface may vary on different devices, such as iPads.

0️⃣ IXL: A Student Revision Tool

IXL is an interactive practice tool ideal for student self-study. Teachers can assign specific exercises through a virtual class roster, and the platform’s diagnostic tool helps personalize student learning plans by assessing their math skills.

Explore how students tackle exercises in IXL by watching this video below.

1️⃣ Logging into IXL

As students log in for tutoring sessions on Zoom/Pencil Spaces, they simultaneously access IXL either through the app or at www.ixl.com.

Upon logging in, students are greeted with the IXL home screen.

2️⃣ Key Features on the IXL Dashboard

My IXL

My IXL Is a dashboard that has quick links to the skills assigned to the students.

Why is the My IXL Dashboard Essential? It streamlines the student experience, allowing quick access to tasks without the need to search through the 'Learning' tab for specific exercises.

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Key Features on My IXL:

“What Should I Work On?”
This section offers links to skills either recommended by the teacher or identified by IXL’s diagnostic tool, as well as skills the student is currently working on.
“How Am I Doing?”
This feature provides a quick link to the 'Analytics' tab, offering students a comprehensive summary of their progress.
My IXL Dashboard View

Learning

The Learning tab in IXL is a comprehensive resource for students, offering a wide range of grade-specific exercises, lessons, and instructional videos.

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Key Features of the Learning Tab:
Exhaustive Content:
- It includes an extensive collection of links to skills, lessons, and educational videos tailored to the student's grade level.
Personalized Recommendations:
- By navigating to Learning → Recommendations, students can access the Recommendation Wall. This feature presents skill exercises specifically assigned by their teachers or suggested by IXL’s diagnostic tool, ensuring a personalized learning experience.
- Check out this video for a student's perspective on interacting with the Recommendation Wall.

Assessment

IXL's diagnostic tool is adept at evaluating students' current math levels, offering insights to tailor their learning journey. To understand how this tool functions, watch the video linked below:

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Important Note: To effectively recommend personalized middle school math skills, the diagnostic tool relies on students' thoughtful engagement with questions. This approach helps IXL accurately determine proficiency in key areas like Algebra, Geometry, Data Statistics, and Numbers and Operations.

As students engage with the diagnostic questions, their responses shape IXL's recommendations. The tool's intelligent design curates a personalized list of skills for students to focus on, based on their performance.

Upon accessing the Assessments tab in IXL, students are invited to “step into the arena,” where their math skills are thoughtfully assessed.

Analytics

Students can monitor their learning journey in the IXL app by exploring the Analytics tab, which offers a comprehensive view of their progress.

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This section delves into the Questions, Progress, and Summary tabs within Analytics.

Questions Tab: This feature allows students to review their responses from previous skill exercises. The log displays both correct and incorrect answers, helping students identify areas for improvement. An option to view only missed questions is available, enhancing focused revision.
Progress Tab: Students can check their progress over a specific time range, gaining insights into their learning trajectory and areas covered.
Summary Tab: This dashboard provides a holistic summary of a student's engagement and activities on the IXL app, offering an overview of their learning journey.