Innovations for Learning High Impact Tutoring

Chapter One (Formerly Innovations for Learning High Impact Tutoring)

Program Description

Chapter One is a personalized, one-on-one tutoring program designed to improve early reading skills through short, targeted sessions each week. The program integrates part-time tutors into classrooms to provide individualized instruction using a digital platform. Sessions typically last 5-10 minutes and focus on phonics development, reading fluency, and segmentation. The program uses technology to track progress and adjust instruction based on student needs. Tutors meet regularly with teachers to discuss student advancement.

Student Population

The Chapter One program has been studied with students in kindergarten, with 1,009 participants. The demographic breakdown included students from diverse backgrounds, including Black (72%), Hispanic (21%), and students eligible for Free and Reduced Price Meals (56%). The study took place across rural, suburban, and urban communities.

Current Evidence

Chapter One has been rated as "Strong" by Evidence for ESSA (https://evidenceforessa.org/program/chapter-one-formerly-innovations-for-learning-high-impact-tutoring/). Two randomized studies showed positive impacts on reading achievement. In the first study, kindergarten students in Title I schools outperformed peers on the Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment (effect size = +0.18). The second study also showed significant improvements in reading (effect size = +0.23) on the ORF and District Reading Level assessments, qualifying the program for a "Strong" rating.

For more information:

Chapter One

Phone: 800-975-3452

Website: chapterone.org

Cortes, K., Kortecamp, K., Loeb, S., & Robinson, C. (2023). A scalable approach to high-impact tutoring for young readers: results of a randomized controlled trial. National Support Student Accelerator.