What's New - New Programs for English Language Learners

Merit Software has added Essential English Fitness and Picture Context Reader to its line of educational software for English language learners. These programs are designed to help High Beginning and Low Intermediate ELL students master grammar and reading fundamentals.

http://www.meritsoftware.com/news/display.php

In the News - The Literacy Crisis Among Adolescent English Language Learners

A report from the Alliance for Excellent Education examines the difficulties faced by the large and growing population of English language learners, and offers many useful strategies to help ELL students succeed.

http://www.all4ed.org/publications/UrgentOver.pdf

Grants for Educators - The Staples Foundation for Learning

The Staples Foundation for Learning provides funding to programs that support or provide job skills and/or education for all people, with a special emphasis on disadvantaged youth. Most grants awarded by the Foundation range from $5,000-$25,000.

http://www.staplesfoundation.org/foundapplication.html

Get a Free Audiobook of Your Choice

Fill up your new digital bookshelf with Audible's huge libary of over 35,000 audiobooks. When you join the Audible community, you save money on every audiobook you buy. You also gain access to thousands of Audible expert listeners across the world, who can help you make the most of your listening time.

http://audible.meritsoftware.com/

Sign Up for a Live Demo

Merit is now offering demonstrations to show how our programs can work for you. The live demos take approximately 30 to 45 minutes. You will see step-by-step how Merit can improve student skills and enhance your teaching.

http://www.meritsoftware.com/contact_us/live_demo/