TUSCON, Ariz., Aug. 5, 2014
/PRNewswire/ -- Learning A–Z, a Cambium Learning® Group,
Inc. (NASDAQ: ABCD) company, announced plans today to merge its two
Headsprout® software products, Headsprout Early Reading
and Headsprout Reading Comprehension, into one comprehensive K–5
online reading program.
On Thursday, Aug. 7, Learning A–Z
will launch an updated, redesigned Headsprout website that provides
access to all 130 adaptive online reading instruction episodes, as
well as automated motivational routines, updated reporting, and a
new Early Reading Bookroom.
Currently used in thousands of classrooms, learning labs, and
homes across the world, Headsprout delivers individualized reading
instruction that adapts to the specific needs and learning pace of
each student. The program's research-based, scaffolded instruction
is designed to teach elementary students critical reading
fundamentals and comprehension strategies, and has been proven
successful in various classroom environments across the
country.
Bob Holl, president and cofounder
of Learning A–Z, says of the product merger, "Headsprout has
always been an excellent tool for teachers to provide effective,
differentiated reading instruction. By merging its two
student-facing phonics and comprehension resources into one
affordable, comprehensive online reading program, we are able to
better serve our customers and ensure that every child using
Headsprout is getting the program's maximum benefit."
Learning A–Z is committed to providing educators with blended
learning solutions that help them reach every student in the
classroom. The company continues to look for new ways to save
teachers time and money, and to support student achievement through
differentiated instruction.
About Learning A–Z
Learning A–Z is a preK–6 educational resource
company specializing in online delivery of leveled readers and
supplementary curriculum. Founded in 2002 to help teachers
differentiate instruction and meet the unique needs of all
students, Learning A–Z's resources are currently used in more than
half of the districts across the U.S. and Canada and 165+ countries worldwide. Serving a
wide range of student needs, including ELL/ESL, intervention,
special education, and daily instruction, Learning A–Z
includes: Reading A–Z, Raz–Kids,
Science A–Z, Vocabulary A–Z, Writing
A–Z, and Headsprout®. Learning A–Z
is a member of Cambium Learning® Group, Inc. (ABCD),
based in Dallas, Texas. For more
information, please visit
www.learninga-z.com.
About Cambium Learning Group, Inc.
Cambium Learning® Group is a leading educational
solutions and services company that is committed to helping all
students reach their full potential by providing evidence-based
solutions and expert professional services to empower educators and
raise the achievement levels of all students. The company is
composed of four business units: Voyager Sopris
Learning™ (www.voyagersopris.com),
Learning A–Z (www.learninga-z.com),
ExploreLearning®
(www.explorelearning.com), and Kurzweil Education,
Inc. (www.kurzweiledu.com). Together, these business
units provide best-in-class intervention and supplemental
instructional materials; gold-standard professional development and
school-improvement services; breakthrough technology solutions for
online learning and professional support; valid and reliable
assessments; and proven materials to support a positive and safe
school environment. Cambium Learning Group, Inc. (ABCD), is based
in Dallas, Texas. For more
information, please visit
www.cambiumlearning.com.
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Learning
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John Jorgenson, VP,
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Barbara Benson,
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john.jorgenson@learninga-z.com
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