Adaptive Learning and Building Blocks™

This white paper explains the foundational research behind adaptive learning and its implementation in the Building Blocks program. The paper highlights the value of educational technology in personalizing learning and supporting teachers. It describes how Building Blocks is based on well-researched learning trajectories for mathematical concepts. The program blends Computer-Assisted Intervention (CAI) with digital manipulatives to create an engaging and effective learning experience. Research on Building Blocks has shown significant positive effects on students' math achievement, with effect sizes ranging from 1 to 2 standard deviations, which is considered a strong effect. The program is designed to connect children's informal math knowledge to formal school mathematics, making it a comprehensive and motivational tool for math intervention.