How to Achieve 2H Sessions

Hello Alpha School students! We bet you've heard about the magical "2H session" and how it can show off your amazing skills and dedication in your study apps. Wondering what it's all about and how you can master it? Well, you're in the right place! We're here to guide you on your journey to become a 2H session superstar. 🚀

Before diving into specifics for each app, let's establish the foundation for what constitutes a 2H session for ANY app.

Core Criteria for Achieving a 2H Session Across ALL Apps:

1. Master the Units: Earned the target number of Allowed Mastered Units for your app. 
2. Accuracy is Key: The final accuracy was 80% or above for the work you did overall. 
3. Avoid Anti-patterns: You’ve steered clear of those sneaky "anti-patterns", especially the one for working on non-recommended skills! 

Now, with these core criteria in mind, let's explore the specific achievements needed for each app! 

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IXL

In IXL, Mastery is counted by achieving 100% SmartScore. Each subject has a different criteria for achieving a 2h session, as seen below: 

IXL Math

• L4 & L3: Master 1 unit by achieving a 100% SmartScore + achieve all core criteria.
• L2 & L1 (Grade 4): Master 2 units by achieving a 100% SmartScore + achieve all core criteria.
• L1 (Grade 3), Linc & LL: Master 3 units by achieving a 100% SmartScore + achieve all core criteria.

IXL Language

• L4, L3, L2 & L1 (Grade 4): Master 1 unit by achieving a 100% SmartScore + achieve all core criteria.
• L1 (Grade 3): Master 2 units by achieving a 100% SmartScore + achieve all core criteria.
• Linc & LL (Grade 2, Grade 1, Kindergarten): Master 3 units by achieving a 100% SmartScore + achieve all core criteria.
• LL (Pre-K): Master 4 units by achieving a 100% SmartScore + achieve all core criteria.

IXL Science

• L4, L3, L2 & L1: Master 1 unit by achieving a 100% SmartScore + achieve all core criteria.
• Linc & LL: Master 2 units by achieving a 100% SmartScore + achieve all core criteria.

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ReadTheory

In ReadTheory, Mastery is counted by answering a quiz with 80%+ accuracy. 

To get a 2h session, you need to answer two quizzes with 80%+ accuracy on each + achieve all core criteria. 

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CommonLit

In CommonLit, Mastery is counted by answering a quiz with 80%+ accuracy.

To get a 2H session, you need to answer two quizzes with 80%+ accuracy on each + achieve all core criteria.

In addition, CommonLit has Short Answer questions that are manually graded. Achieving grade 4 out of 4 in one of these questions also counts as Mastery Unit.

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NewsELA

In NewsELA, Mastery is counted by answering a quiz with 80%+ accuracy.

To get a 2h session, you need to get 80%+ accuracy on 2 quizzes + achieve all core criteria.

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eGUMPP

In eGUMPP, Mastery is counted by completing an exercise with 90%+ accuracy. 

To get a 2h session, you must complete one PTM exercise with 90%+ accuracy OR Reinforcers (15 correct questions in a row) + achieve all core criteria.

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Khan Academy

In Khan Academy, Mastery is counted by mastering a skill to 100%.

To get a 2h session, you must master a skill to 100% in 2 units + achieve all core criteria.

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Amplify

In Amplify, Mastery is counted by completing a sub-game. 

To get a 2h session, you must: 

• L1, Linc & LL (Grade 1): Complete three sub-games + achieve all core criteria.
• LL (Kindergarten): Complete four sub-games + achieve all core criteria.

In Conclusion

While each app has its specific achievements, the true mark of a 2H session champion is consistent mastery. It's not just about acing individual questions but ensuring your overall accuracy remains at 80% or above across your entire session. Think of it as a marathon, where every step counts towards the finish line. So, always aim for that consistent effort in every session, no matter the app. With dedication and focus, you're on your way to shining bright. 

Now, go conquer those apps and show'em what you got! 🎓🌟