Global Literacy Success
What Pakistan Can Gain from the Learning A-Z Model Used in 92% of U.S. Schools.
When I look at the global education landscape today, one fact always inspires me:
92% of U.S. schools use Learning A-Z as part of their literacy and reading programs.
This number is not just a statistic. It tells a story — a story of how a single digital platform transformed millions of classrooms, empowered teachers, and helped children become confident readers.
And it raises an important question for us in Pakistan:
If Learning A-Z can elevate literacy outcomes across an entire nation, why can’t we do the same?
The answer is: YES. We can. But first, we must learn from the systems that have used these tools successfully.
1. The U.S. Models Literacy as a National Priority
In the U.S., reading is not just a subject — it is the foundation of every other subject.
Schools invest heavily in literacy because they know:
- A child who reads well learns well.
- A child who struggles with reading struggles everywhere.
This national commitment is one reason Learning A-Z became so widely adopted.
Lesson for Pakistan:
We must treat literacy as a national mission, not a classroom activity. When schools truly prioritize reading, digital tools don’t feel optional; they become essential.
2. U.S. Schools Empower Teachers with Strong Training Programs
In the U.S., teachers are regularly trained on how to use platforms like:
- Raz-Kids
- Reading A-Z
- Raz-Plus
Training is not “one session and done.” It is ongoing, practical, and built into the school’s culture. This empowers teachers to use digital tools confidently, not fearfully.
Lesson for Pakistan:
Teachers must be supported, not burdened. If we want digital learning to succeed here, we must:
- Train teachers meaningfully
- Support them regularly
- Show them how these tools reduce workload instead of increasing it
Technology only transforms learning when teachers feel confident using it.
3. The U.S. Believes in Differentiated Learning
One of the greatest strengths of Learning A-Z is its ability to:
- Give every child reading material at exactly their level
- Track their progress
- Recommend personalized activities
In U.S. classrooms, this personalized approach is considered essential, not optional.
Lesson for Pakistan:
Every classroom has fast learners, average learners, and struggling learners — but most schools still teach them all the same way. This is why many children fall behind.
Learning A-Z solves this problem beautifully by giving each child:
- Texts at the right level
- Audio support
- Interactive quizzes
- A guided pathway to progress
Pakistan can benefit enormously by embracing the idea that every child learns differently.
4. U.S. Schools Value Data-Driven Teaching
In America, teachers use Learning A-Z reports to:
- Identify reading gaps
- Plan targeted instruction
- Communicate progress with parents
- Intervene early before a student falls too far behind
Data guides teaching, not guesswork.
Lesson for Pakistan:
Our schools need stronger assessment systems.
Learning A-Z offers:
- Automated reports
- Real-time tracking
- Skill-based diagnostics
These tools help teachers teach smarter, not harder.
5. Digital Resources Are Used to Reduce Workload — Not Increase It
In the U.S., digital solutions are introduced to:
- Save teacher’s time
- Simplify lesson planning
- Provide ready-made worksheets, quizzes, and reading passages
- Offer instant feedback
Learning A-Z became successful because it made teachers’ lives easier.
Lesson for Pakistan:
Sometimes schools think technology will complicate teaching. The reality is quite the opposite. When implemented correctly, Learning A-Z reduces workload and increases effectiveness.
6. Students Learn Independently at Home
One of the strongest reasons for Learning A-Z’s dominance in the U.S. is that students use it:
- At home
- After school
- On weekends
Children practice reading voluntarily because the platform is engaging, gamified, and enjoyable.
Lesson for Pakistan:
If we want to build lifelong readers, learning cannot stop when the school bell rings. Learning A-Z gives children a library in their hands — one they can access anytime, anywhere.
7. Collaboration Between School and Parents Is Strong
In the U.S., parents actively participate in their child’s reading journey.
With Learning A-Z:
- They monitor progress
- Listen to reading recordings
- Celebrate achievements
- Encourage daily habits
Lesson for Pakistan:
Parental involvement is key. Digital tools give parents visibility into what their children are learning, creating a powerful home-school connection.
A Message of Hope for Pakistan
If 92% of American schools trust this platform, it tells us one thing clearly:
Learning A-Z works — consistently, effectively, and at scale.
And Pakistan has everything needed to replicate this success:
- Dedicated teachers
- Bright, eager students
- Schools willing to innovate
- A market ready for transformation
The only missing piece is belief — belief that our children deserve world-class resources.
I have seen firsthand how Pakistani children respond to Learning A-Z in schools where the programme is effectively implemented. Their excitement grows, their confidence strengthens, and their learning accelerates. The transformation is nothing short of remarkable.
Final Thoughts: Our Future Depends on What We Do Today
If Pakistan wants to raise a generation of confident readers and thinkers, we must learn from global models that already work. The success of Learning A-Z in the U.S. is not an accident. It is the result of:
- Vision
- Training
- Investment
- Mindset
- Innovation
- Consistency
And these are qualities we can absolutely adopt.
I truly believe that one day, we will say:
“92% of Pakistani schools use Learning A-Z.”
And when that day comes, our children will read better, dream bigger, and achieve more than ever before.
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