Lots to See and Do
June 10, 2025

Lots to See and Do

Anne-Marie Glasser | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with Unique Learning System

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

  • 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
  • saved time on visual materials
  • saved time on reading materials
  • saved time on circle time planning and execution
As this was my first year using Unique Learning System and my first year as a LINKS teacher, I have not had the opportunity to use the assessments and progress monitoring as much as I would like to. I have tried to use the lessons and planning tools, but they are overwhelming in the amount of material that they present. This year, I chose to pick a few aspects of Unique Learning System to focus and hope to add and use more next year.
I made individual PECS boards for all of my students using SymbolStix and this has greatly impacted the manding and requesting in my classroom. It allowed students to have some independence and built on their communication skills.
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.

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

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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