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Lexia Learning was developed by Lexia Learning Systems, Inc. Address: 200 Baker Ave. Extension, Concord, MA 01742. Email: info@lexialearning.com. Web: www.lexialearning.com. Telephone: (800) 435-3942; Outside USA: (978) 405-6200. Fax: (978) 287-0062.
Lexia Learning Systems has been developing reading skills software since 1984. In October 2007, Lexia released its newest version of reading skills software: Lexia Reading, which combines the three core Lexia skills programs: Early Reading, Primary Reading, and Strategies for Older Students (which are intended for pre-K through adult users) under a single management system with Internet-based reporting and data-hosting features that make installation and maintenance easier for schools.
Lexia Reading is a computerized, supplementary reading software program designed for regular use, consisting of two to five weekly sessions of 20 to 30 minutes each, in a lab or classroom setting. Lexia Reading is compatible with a tiered model of instruction and is designed to be used for 20 to 30 minutes per session. The program is intended for use twice per week for students reading on grade level or above, three to four times per week for students who are at-risk or are English as Second Language/English Language Learners (ESL/ELL) students, and five times per week for special education, Title I, and ESL/ELL students with serious reading deficiencies. Students work independently, and the software tracks student responses and automatically provides additional practice when needed. The Internet-based reports from the developer allow educators to assess and monitor progress at the individual, class, school, or district level. Reports provide ongoing assessments of reading skills and progress to assist educators with choices about differentiated reading instruction. The Internet-enabled version provides on-demand access to Lexia Reading in homes, libraries, after-school programs, and community centers.
Lexia Reading offers customized pricing based on the individual needs of each school or district. For example, operating Lexia Reading (including all three reading programs—Early Reading, Primary Reading, and Strategies for Older Students) in one school with a computer lab of 25 stations would cost $12,500 to purchase licenses and $1,350 for one year of hosting and maintenance (including data storage and technical support). The 25 concurrent licenses would support daily program use for 125 students.
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