Benefits of First In Math
• Complements any curriculum. Ties closely to national standards for grades 1 through 9.
• Web-based—no software to install. Can be used with PC or Mac. New modules and updates are automatically available. Students access the program at school or at home. Nearly 40% of FIM activity occurs during after-school hours, extending math beyond the regular school day.
• No additional load on teachers. Teachers can launch the program quickly, because students and teachers are pre-registered.
• SKILL SETS® provide differentiated instruction . Appropriate content “opens” as each student progresses in skill acquisition. This is an open-ended, self-pacing program. Great for intervention or gifted.
• Proven results. A scientific-based study conducted by WestEd demonstrates that test scores elevate and attitudes about math also improve.
• Engaging to students. This is a program students WANT to do. They can elect to participate in a national, individual and/or team competition. The FIM site gets more than 16 million hits per day and keeps growing!
• Offers timely feedback. Easy-to-view, real-time assessment at all levels. Shows teachers where to apply direct intervention. Enables administrators to take timely corrective action.
• Affordable. First In Math® is extremely affordable.
