We conducted our pilot in Chicago Public Schools

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About this Pilot

The pilot study assessed Thinking Crown's AI teacher's impact on reading comprehension. Led by the TC founder, it compared pre- and post-test reading levels among African American, Latinx, ELL, and diverse learners.

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Main Findings

• African American students improved by 80%.

• Latinx students improved by 66.7%.

• Diverse learners improved remarkably, with scores increasing by 200-250%.

Participants

Seventy students participated in the study, all of whom attended an ethnically diverse school in Chicago. The students encompassed a variety of backgrounds, including Black/African American, Asian, White, Latinx, and diverse learners.

Study Design and Procedures

The study used a combined approach, integrating time series and observational designs, targeting "lost learning" post-summer break. Students used the app for self-paced learning, received AI feedback, and engaged in collaborative assignments. Multiple comprehension quizzes guided by the AI teacher aimed to enhance skills. Common Core-aligned assessments measured progress.