Unique Learning System

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What is Unique Learning System?

Unique Learning System (ULS) is a special education solution that supports students with disabilities from Pre-K through transition. It provides differentiated, standards-aligned lessons in ELA, math, science, social studies, and life skills with built-in assessments, progress tracking, and automated differentiation.

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Michelle Gregurich View profile

Special Education Teacher at Northside Independent School District (501-1000 employees employees)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

I utilize Unique Learning System as the primary curriculum to teach my class of 6th grade Alternative Learning Environment students. These are students with a large variety of disabilities and whom are at various stages functionally and socially as well as academically. Most are 4-6 levels below their current grade level and all have behavioral and functional needs that are addressed in the school setting.

Pros

differentiates reading lessons
provides paired visuals to text
uses thematic based units to repeat key concepts
incorporates functional skills

Cons

Incorporation of more Social Studies and Science resources
more cooking vocabulary and safety lessons to foundational lessons
assessments are confusing for new users

Return on Investment

data tracking
IEP support
ease of planning

Usability

Alternatives Considered

Vizzle by RethinkEd

Alexis Welch, Ed.S.View profile

Special Education Teacher at Henry County Schools (10,001+ employees employees)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

Unique Learning System helps me keep all of my curriculum streamlined. It also works in concert with N2Y, L3 skills, and Symbolstix. My students learn the symbols and vocabulary, which also reinforces their AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) language systems. I particularly enjoy the science and social studies activities. I have been a user for about 13 years, and improvements are always being made.

Pros

Stays current
presents content in an age-respectful way
includes characters who look like my students

Cons

I’d like to see more units added instead of the same 3 year rotation
more accessibility features, particularly for students with vision impairments
videos to go along with the units

Return on Investment

Time saved on planning
a cohesive look with materials
Assigning homework

Usability

Alternatives Considered

TeachTown

Other Software Used

SymbolStix Prime, News2you

Carly Peterson

Resource Teacher at Public Schools (201-500 employees employees)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

Unique Learning System is used as a supplemental curriculum for students who are on Florida Access Points Standards. This program is accessible for teachers who teach these students, as a resource in meeting the rigor of the Access Points standards. Teachers are also able to record student work and monitor data. There are very few resources for students learning on FL Access Points. Unique Learning System is a leader in providing tools to support their learning. That being said, much of the content does not directly correlat to the Florida standards. I believe Everway is aware of this as a company and is responding by bolstering the "Courses" section. It's progress (!), but has lots of room for growth. Our students take standardized tests at the end of the year, so we need to ensure they have quality instruction that aligns to the Access Points. Florida Alternate Assessment Blueprints are a great starting point.

Pros

Built in data collection
Visual representation of content
Defined differentiation

Cons

The online website feels very dated as a whole. The website seems to perpetually lag. Teachers and students struggle to log in and navigate the platforms resources. Student log in is cumbersome - an app would really streamline the process.
More content that is directly aligned to standards. I understand that you serve states all around the country, so this is a huge ask, but I would assume that there is some overlap in content requirements between states.

Return on Investment

There has been nearly 100% improvement in data collection for teachers who began implementing Benchmark assessments and Unit Checkpoints. Many teachers don't have the time or capacity to create their own data tracking tools - if it's not provided, it falls through the cracks.
When content is applicable, Unique Learning System saves on planning time immensely. It is a grab and go resource, but also customizable based on student needs.
I like how the checkpoints are modeled in a similar fashion to our Florida Alternate Assessment. This helps students practice how to test take throughout the year.

Usability

Alternatives Considered

Attainment Company and TeachTown

Other Software Used

Attainment Company, Lumio by SMART, Nearpod, BrainPOP

Leticia Ledesma View profile

Special Education Coordinator at IDEA Public Schools (5001-10,000 employees employees)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

ULS has been used to effectively implement learning to students of diverse disabilities from grades Kinder to post secondary. Daily use of the programs allowed students to engage effectively while also tracking their progress through monthly assessments.

Pros

Lesson plans tailored to specific groups with activities modified for each group
Provide pre, post and monthly assessments
Provide resources for vocational and daily living

Cons

Make it more student friendly with easy navigation
Provide alignment with state assessments
Offer opportunities for Emergent Bil

Return on Investment

Less time spent on planning allowing for more instructional time
Iep data progress implementation saw a growth from 50% to 90%
Data collection used to drive educational decisions

Usability

Other Software Used

Lexia PowerUp Literacy

Jamie Bonkowski

Lead Special Education Teacher at Metro Nashville Public Schools (10,001+ employees employees)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

I have just started to use this program. It is hard to navigate but has valuable modules and lessons. I wish it were more user friendly.

Pros

Lessons and modules are of good quality.
Teacher guide to the lessons are helpful.

Cons

Needs to be more user friendly.

Return on Investment

Supported student with hard to find skills.
Allowed alignment with skills needed to be taught and assessment.

Usability

Alternatives Considered

Lexia PowerUp Literacy

Other Software Used

Lexia PowerUp Literacy, IXL Learning

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Attainment Company

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