IXL

Engaging and adaptive learning for math, language arts, science, social studies, and Spanish.

IXL: Interactive Learning for Math, Language Arts, Science, More

IXL is an immersive and engaging learning program designed to boost students' confidence and understanding in various academic disciplines. The Chrome extension provides a platform that offers over 7,000 interactive skills that closely match students’ different learning levels in subjects such as math, language arts, science, social studies, and Spanish. It integrates adaptive learning which consistently challenges students as they progress. The platform also features IXL's Continuous Diagnostic, personalized skill recommendations, and IXL Analytics, empowering educators and parents to monitor and guide learners' progress effectively.
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Extension stats

Manifest V2
Users: -
Rating: 2.65
(148)
Version: 1.2 (Last updated: 2018-03-19)
Creation date: 2018-03-19
Size: 12.13K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 172,176 ▼ 200

Other platforms

IXL (v7.2.1)
5,646,702+ 4.17 (33,600)
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works fine for quick practice sessions, especially for younger students
  • Helps students master concepts before moving on
  • Shows step-by-step solutions for incorrect answers
  • Can be beneficial for parents monitoring educational progress
Cons
  • The point system is heavily criticized for being punitive
  • Often frustrating and stressful for students
  • Makes learning feel like torment rather than practice
  • Often leads to technical issues and incorrect scoring
Most mentioned
  • The point deduction system is excessively harsh
  • Students find the app stressful and frustrating
  • Educational value is overshadowed by negative user experiences
  • Poor user experience reported at higher grade levels
User reviews
Its okay Just sometimes its a little annoying because it brakes and wont accept that I got a question correct >=3
by Rowan Gentless, 2024-09-12
the L in IXL stands for LOSE i hate ixmid with every fiber of my being. <3
by Isabella Pinuellas, 2022-02-09
Well, it works fine for what it's for. Most of the negative reviews here seem to be a vain attempt at getting this app removed from the web store and/or to vent.
by Joannah Terwilliger, 2021-08-26
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Extension safety

Risk impact

IXL does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of IXL. Use it at your own risk.

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