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Efficacy Studies at Newsela: An Overview

January 6, 2025

Pillar: Research & Efficacy

Evidence-Based Impact: Driving Meaningful Learning Outcomes for Every Student

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Key Research Findings

+4 Months

Additional literacy growth seen by students who read and take quizzes twice per week.

~1 Full Year

Additional social studies achievement linked to consistent weekly Newsela usage.

~75% Boost

Increase in ELA achievement for students using Formative compared to control groups.

18-Point Gain

Overall ELA score boost for students completing frequent Newsela Writing assignments.

All Resources Efficacy Study & Validity Reports

Efficacy Studies at Newsela: An Overview

Pillar: Research & Efficacy

Evidence-Based Impact: Driving Meaningful Learning Outcomes for Every Student

Key Research Findings

+4 Months

Additional literacy growth seen by students who read and take quizzes twice per week.

~1 Full Year

Additional social studies achievement linked to consistent weekly Newsela usage.

~75% Boost

Increase in ELA achievement for students using Formative compared to control groups.

18-Point Gain

Overall ELA score boost for students completing frequent Newsela Writing assignments.

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Efficacy Studies at Newsela: An Overview

Evidence-Based Impact: Driving Meaningful Learning Outcomes for Every Student

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