The Screen Inferiority Effect: How Screens Affect Reading Comprehension By Erik Ofgang published 4 December 23 Researchers have long noted an advantage for print texts versus digital ones, but many questions remain about why the screen inferiority effect occurs
Study: Students Who Read Print Learn More Than Those Who Read Tablets By Erik Ofgang published 30 October 23 Past research has noted a print advantage in reading. Researchers wondered whether that would still be the case when comparing print to handheld devices. It was.
Awesome Articles for Students: Websites and Other Resources By Diana Restifo last updated 24 August 23 All of these sites are free.
What is Reading Practice? The Google Play Books Feature Explained By Erik Ofgang published 5 June 23 Reading Practice provides learning opportunities for those using Google Play Books and Google Kids Space.
Reading Intervention Strategies That Drive Measurable Outcomes By Erik Ofgang published 9 May 23 Educators shared strategies for successful reading interventions during a recent Tech & Learning webinar.
5 Ways to Engage Reluctant Readers By Erik Ofgang published 22 March 23 How technology and student choice can help engage reluctant readers
What is ReadWorks and How Does It Work? Best Tips and Tricks By Luke Edwards published 13 March 23 ReadWorks is a comprehension tool that places resources in one spot for easy teacher and student use.
How to Encourage Literacy with Digital Books & Resources By Ian Peterkin published 15 November 22 Melissa Jacobs, director of library services for New York City’s Department of Education, shares tips for encouraging literacy and improving equity with digital books.
Best Sites and Apps for Digital Storytelling By Diana Restifo published 11 July 22 Digital storytelling can help boost communication and presentation skills
Reading Comprehension Can Predict College Success By Erik Ofgang published 28 June 22 For a new study, researchers looked at 26 previous studies and a total of 25,090 students and found that differences in reading comprehension could explain 8.4 percent of the variation seen in college grades.
How to Get Students to Read for Fun By Erik Ofgang published 16 May 22 Parents and teachers can get students to read for fun by encouraging them to choose what they read or listen to and by helping them build other positive reading habits
Listen Without Guilt: Audiobooks Offer Similar Comprehension As Reading By Erik Ofgang published 21 March 22 Kids and adults learned a similar amount if they read text or had it read to them, according to new research.
Audiobooks for Students: Listening to What the Research Says By Erik Ofgang published 23 August 21 Audiobooks have grown increasingly popular but some educators are still hesitant to encourage their use. This may be a mistake.
Summer Reading Recommendations By Melissa Jacobs published 20 July 21 The more you read, the more you know - summer reading recommendations for students and teachers from Melissa Jacobs, NYC DOE Director of Library Services
Curriculum Associates Updates i-Ready Learning and Assessment Platform By TL Editors published 7 June 20
OverDrive Education Reports Rapid Increase in Ebook and Audiobook Adoption Since COVID-19 Outbreak By TL Editors published 28 May 20 Ebooks and audiobooks have become key for kids learning at home.
Readorium Helps Kids Build Reading Skills While Learning Science By TL Editors published 26 March 20 Readorium is a website offering a virtual science library with books and activities that focus on building students reading comprehension and science knowledge.
Using Personalized Learning to Close Reading Gaps By Dr. David F. Lewis last updated 23 February 20 Students in Georgia’s Muscogee County School District take ownership of their learning through a strategic rollout of differentiated instruction and personalized learning.
National Geographic Learning Partners with NWEA to Promote Differentiated Learning By TL Editors published 30 January 20 National Geographic Learning has partnered with not-for-profit assessment organization NWEA to help teachers assess student proficiency and personalize learning paths across K-12 reading instruction.
Voyager Sopris Learning’s LETRS Solution Earns Accreditation from International Dyslexia Association By TL Editors published 8 January 20 Cambium Learning Group’s Voyager Sopris Learning today announced that LETRS has earned accreditation from the International Dyslexia Association.