Item: Unique Learning System
Rating: 7
Author: Anne-Marie Glasser

Overall Satisfaction with Unique Learning System

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

I use Unique Learning System to support the curriculum I teach in my severe LINKS classroom. I use it for circle time and whole group instruction. The main use I have for Unique Learning System is the SymbolStix feature which I use for a number of applications in my classroom. From visual schedules to PECS boards to adapted books, I use it constantly.

Pros and Cons

Pros

well organized site
clear content
engaging material

Cons

lesson breakdown
sorting of books in n2y library (when you go back, you lose original search parameters and have to start over)
need a go back to beginning feature in books

Return on Investment

saved time on visual materials
saved time on reading materials
saved time on circle time planning and execution

Usability

Unique Learning System has a crazy amount of information on their site. It is well organized but that does not mean it isn't overwhelming. Even after receiving professional development, it took me a while to learn how to navigate all of the aspects of Unique Learning System. I still need time to locate assessments and progress monitoring, since I have not used it as much.

Key Insights

Do you think Unique Learning System delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with Unique Learning System's feature set?

Yes

Did Unique Learning System live up to sales and marketing promises?

I wasn't involved with the selection/purchase process

Did implementation of Unique Learning System go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy Unique Learning System again?

Yes

Other Software Used

ARIS

Likelihood to Recommend

In my severe LINKS classroom, Unique Learning System is well suited for a number of activities. I have experience in Kindergarten as well and I think it would be useful with regards to SymbolStix and social stories. I could see application for inclusive PreK as well. I do not see as much use for gen ed classrooms in the upper grades like middle and high school, but I also haven't interacted with that content as much.

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