IXL Learning: An Honest Review

My children love any chance to get on the computer, so we were more than happy to review the annual membership, IXL, from IXL Learning. IXL Learning is an all-in-one solution to practice skills in subject areas (math, language arts, grades 2-8 science, grades 2-8 social studies, and intro Spanish).

My 4 children were all able to use IXL at their individual levels.

My 4th Grader’s experience

My daughter really liked the fact that if she got an answer wrong, there was an explanation that helped her to understand the right answer. She did not like the fact that the questions were timed, since she felt that sometimes she need an extra moment to figure out the answers.

My 2nd Grader’s experience:

My second grader was excited when she saw that IXL offered intro Spanish. We have been studying Spanish at home so it was a good opportunity for her to test her knowledge. She also liked being able to move on to the next level of a lesson and not be stuck in a certain grade. The way that it is setup children can practice by grade or by skill.

My kindergarten twins experience:

I really wanted my twins to gain practice on the computer, but I wasn’t sure if they would be able to navigate the site. However, I was pleasantly surprised that the questions were really at their level, and the only skill they needed was the ability to use the mouse.

My twins liked that the questions could be read to them. I liked how they were able to practice test-taking skills on the computer. The explanation for the most part was a bit over their head, since it wasn’t an actual video. However, I sat with them while they were doing their work and used any missed questions as an opportunity to go over it with them.

Conclusion:

Overall, I really like the way that IXL Learning is setup. It allows parents the ability to see when your child has logged in, as well as what they have been practicing on. It also gives parents the ability to check on any milestones their child has reached, and celebrate any achievements.

I think that IXL is a good review tool, after your child has learned a particular concept. Since the lessons start right in with the questions, a child has to already have an idea about the topic otherwise they will have a hard time succeeding. Again, if a child gets an answer wrong, they will be able to see an explanation for the right answer.

The subscription also emails the parent when a child reaches a learning milestone. It is also a good motivational tool to print out any certificates for your child, especially if it is an area of concern.

My favorite part of IXL is that children are not stuck on their current grade level. Whether your child needs extra review, or is advanced, the membership allows your child to work at their current level.

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