According to extensive research, two of the biggest challenges in elementary math are also the strongest predictors of future mathematics achievement: math fact fluency and fractions.
Math fact fluency frees up students’ working memory and positively affects standardized test performance. Research shows that knowledge of fractions significantly impacts students’ understanding of algebra and advanced math. Reflex (for math facts) and Frax (for fractions) provide engaging and effective solutions to help students master foundational skills and prepare for dynamic digital testing environments like the Regents Examinations.
Proven Results: The Impact of Reflex in New York
Students of all levels across New York made substantial gains in math fact fluency while using Reflex in the 2023-2024 school year, with a 65% increase in fluency scores for high fidelity users.
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New York Success Story
“Since we have implemented Reflex and Frax, we have seen really nice progress in math proficiency both in the core instructional block and on the NYS Mathematics test.”
-Dr. Gina DiTullio. Principal of Austin Steward Elementary School #46 with the Rochester City School District, Rochester, NY
About Reflex
Grades 2+
Built on a fact family approach, Reflex uses a variety of explicit strategies to introduce new facts, including the commutative property, rule-based patterns, and visual models.
As a student progresses in a Reflex game, the system continuously adjusts the difficulty of fact retrieval based on their progress, providing an adequate level of challenge within the limits of current abilities.
Pilot InformationAbout Frax
Grades 3+
Frax is an engaging, zero-entry program, allowing all learners to gain fractions knowledge and confidence as they complete carefully scaffolded missions.
Frax uses the number line as the central representation tool to help students foster an understanding of fraction magnitude and perform advanced work with fractions. When used before a fractions unit, Frax can propel student learning forward.
Pilot InformationReflex and Frax bring evidence-based results.
Reflex and Frax use research-proven methods and innovative technology to provide the most effective math solutions available. Schools and districts have seen serious results with Reflex and Frax to close achievement gaps and propel students forward in math in a short amount of time.
A two-year study revealed the significant positive impact of Reflex and Frax on student achievement—even for those most at risk. 2nd graders who scored two or more grade levels below their peers in math improved by an average of 11 percentile points when they used Reflex, compared to 5 percentile points in non-users. When those same Reflex users advanced to 3rd grade and used Frax, students were 2.5x more likely to reach on-grade level math proficiency by the end of 3rd grade compared to non-users.
