MetaMetrics partners with Lumina Education to embed globally recognized Lexile® measures in assessments and learning tools.

SINGAPORE, Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Today at EDUtech Asia, Asia’s largest conference and exhibition for educators and EdTech providers, MetaMetrics®, a leader in educational measurement and research, announces the launch of the Lexile® Framework for Reading in Indonesia. This groundbreaking initiative through Lumina Education, a subsidiary of Lippo Group, will begin in 50 schools across the country. Lumina’s reading program, BukuAku, is designed to help students enhance their English reading proficiency by providing accurate reading measures and matching them with books appropriate for their reading level.

At the core of the BukuAku program is the LTS Reading Test, powered by the Lexile Framework for Reading, a powerful tool for assessing a student’s reading ability and matching them to reading materials at their level. Unlike traditional assessments, BukuAku offers more than just a score; it provides a roadmap for growth by matching students with books in their Lexile range, creating a personalized learning experience that fosters curiosity and encourages a lifelong love of reading.
The launch event, held on November 5 in Jakarta, is a significant milestone, attended by influential leaders from both MetaMetrics and Lumina Education, including Stephanie Riady, CEO of Lumina Education.

“We are thrilled to bring the Lexile Framework to Indonesia and incorporate it into BukuAku,” said Stephanie Riady. “This partnership isn’t just about launching a new product; it’s about building a better future for students across Indonesia by enhancing their English literacy and giving them tools to succeed in a fast-changing world.”

“The development of the new LTS Reading Test involved a team from both companies, led by Catherine Mulyana, Chief Operating Officer of Lumina Education, and Lisa Bickel, Vice President of Partner Success at MetaMetrics” continues Stephanie, “working together, we tailored reading tests and resources to meet the needs of Indonesia’s English learners. One of the most powerful aspects of the program is tailored intervention strategies for students with lower-than-expected Lexile measures who need extra support.”

“We are excited to work with Stephanie and the Lumina team to bring the value of the Lexile Framework to Indonesia’s English language learners,” comments Brad Baumgartner, CEO, MetaMetrics, “our teams worked with Indonesian students to ensure the questions, assessments, reading materials, and the measurement scale connect together seamlessly. Lumina Education’s mission to build a brighter future aligns strongly with our own vision,” concludes Brad.

Integration of the Lexile Framework within BukuAku elevates how reading skills are taught and nurtured in Indonesia, empowering educators with actionable insights to support student growth. Lexile measures are also incorporated into Lumina Testing Services (LTS), a new web app offering educators detailed insights into student progress. With LTS, teachers and administrators can seamlessly monitor student growth, check for any potential gaps, identify improvement areas, and make data-driven decisions that promote better student learning progression.

About MetaMetrics, Inc.
MetaMetrics Brings Meaning to Measurement
MetaMetrics is guided by a powerful north star—to support student growth through actionable learning measurement. Over the last 40 years, MetaMetrics’ staff of educators, psychometricians, and policy leaders have developed learning frameworks that now support over 35 million students in the US. More than half of the K-12 students in the US receive Lexile and Quantile® measures and over a hundred million pieces of content have corresponding measures. MetaMetrics was founded in 1984 with the singular goal of making measurement meaningful by matching students to learning resources using a scientific, universal scale. Today, Lexile and Quantile measures are available in all 50 states, with half of the nation receiving the measures through state accountability assessments or at the local level through partnerships with edtech companies that deliver services to schools and districts. Leveraging the most advanced AI technology and learning theory, MetaMetrics continues to innovate solutions for a wide range of applications including early reading, career readiness, and tutoring. For more information, visit MetaMetricsInc.com.

About Lippo Group
Lippo Group is a leading Indonesian multinational conglomerate with significant investments in various industries, including education, retail, media, real estate, banking, healthcare, and hospitality. Through its subsidiary, Lumina Education, and its nonprofit arm, the Pelita Harapan Education Foundation, Lippo Group is committed to advancing educational opportunities across Indonesia and empowering the next generation of leaders. For more information about Lippo Group’s educational subsidiary, visit luminaeducation.id.

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Renee Basick, MetaMetrics, Inc, 9195473400, hello@metametricsinc.com, https://metametricsinc.com/

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ATLANTA, Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Insight Global, a leading international professional services and staffing company, is proud to announce its inclusion on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers for Veterans 2024.

The companies included on this list are ranked based on market research from Statista who surveyed more than 24,000 veterans (those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, the Reserves, or the National Guard) working for companies with more than 1,000 employees in the United States.

U.S. veterans who participated in the survey were asked if they would recommend their company or institution to friends and family, and to rate their employer on criteria including:

Work atmosphereSalaryHealth benefitsCareer development opportunitiesPrograms tailored to veteransAnd more

Survey participants were also asked to evaluate other companies within their respective industries.

“This honor makes me incredibly proud,” said Bert Bean, Insight Global CEO. “All of us know veterans. Many of us have veterans in our family. They give so much to our country and their sacrifice should never be overlooked.”

As one of the largest staffing companies in the U.S., Insight Global believes in developing its people personally, professionally, and financially so they can “be the light” to the world around them. Insight Global is proud to support veterans through various programs including its SkillBridge Internship Program and its partnership with the National Institute for Industry and Career Advancement (NIICA) to place returning service members and veterans in high-value careers in the semiconductor and advanced manufacturing industries.

“We are, and will always be, motivated to employ veterans,” said Bean. “It’s our honor to walk with them on their career journey.”

Learn more about Insight Global’s veteran programming here.

About Insight Global

Insight Global is an international professional services and staffing company specializing in delivering talent and technical solutions to Fortune 1000 companies across the IT, Non-IT, Healthcare, and Engineering industries. With over 70 locations across North America, Europe, and Asia, and global staffing capabilities in 50+ countries, our teams of tech-enabled recruiters are dedicated to finding the right talent and technical solutions to help our customers thrive. At our core, our mission is to develop people personally, professionally, and financially so they can be the light to the world around them.

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AI-Generated Candidate-Job Matching is Transforming the Hiring Process, Helping Schools Attract and Retain Diverse, Qualified Educators

HOUSTON, Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Diversity Recruitment Partners proudly announces the launch of its comprehensive, AI-powered platform, designed to bridge the gap between schools qualified educators of diverse and bilingual backgrounds. Featuring a job board, virtual career fair, and an interview portal with AI-driven candidate-job matching, this groundbreaking platform transforms recruitment for educational institutions nationwide, ensuring alignment of values, skills, and long-term goals.

“Teacher turnover has a significant impact on both student success and the stability of school environments,” said Trina Edwards, CEO of Diversity Recruitment Partners. “Our new platform helps build teams of committed educators while providing schools with access to a pipeline of talent dedicated to lasting impact.”

In addition to the platform, Diversity Recruitment Partners is introducing its Level Up Workshop Series, a professional development program tailored to support educators in advancing their careers. Held in October, the series focuses on essential skills such as job selection, interview preparation, and salary negotiation, all vital for navigating the competitive job market. Over 400 participants attended, with Curtis Valentine, founder of Real Men Teach and co-host and moderator of the series, along with twelve experts like Dr. William Hayes, Dr. Charlene Dukes, Dr. Lisa Herring, and Dr. Rudy Ruiz offering invaluable guidance to help educators thrive.

This initiative aligns with Diversity in Ed Magazine’s mission to foster retention and reduce turnover. In the Fall 2024 issue https://diversityined.uberflip.com/i/1529058-diversity-in-ed-magazine-fall-issue-2024/0? readers will find features on strategic hiring, smart use of AI in recruitment, and a special Superintendent Watchlist highlighting districts excelling in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), such as Rocketship Public Schools and Allentown School District.

Join us at the upcoming Virtual Education Career Fair on December 5, where schools and diverse candidates can connect directly. For more information, visit https://k-12.careerfairexpo.com or contact editor@diversityined.com.

Together, we’re shaping stable, inclusive educational communities for lasting impact.

Contact information:
Trina Edwards
editor@diversityined.com
(281) 265-2473

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