U-GAIN Reading

Using Generative Artificial Intelligence for Reading R&D Center (U-GAIN Reading), is a research and development hub that will investigate how to use generative artificial intelligence (AI) to improve elementary school reading instruction for English learners (ELs). U-GAIN Reading’s focus on ELs responds to an important policy goal at the US Department and in most states and districts. Only 33% of ELs achieve National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) Basic reading level—whereas 67% of all fourth-grade students reach this level. Teachers are essential to learning to read, but cannot spend as much time with each individual student as needed. U-GAIN Reading will investigate reading instruction that adapts to students’ strengths and needs in order to help schools provide greater support and feedback to increase reading fluency and comprehension.