(All Digital School) Why is exposure to sophisticated spoken words so important? Oral language drives vocabulary acquisition and retention, which is a key component of reading proficiency. Yet most students lack repeated exposure to sophisticated spoken words. As a result,…
Virtual learning is beginning early for English language learners (ELL) of all grade levels throughout the Huntsville City Schools District, as online summer programs take the place of in-person instruction due to coronavirus. “This is a very different experience than…
(Inquirer.net) As parents have been moving en masse to homeschooling in reaction to the coronavirus pandemic, millions of them are turning to activity books, flash cards and audiobooks to educate their restless children. While some parents might struggle to find…
(EdTech Review) The closure of schools due to coronavirus pandemic has forced teachers and students to adopt new ways of teaching and learning to continue education. While most educators are struggling with the new normal – remote learning, special educators…
(The Week) Society tends to be divided about the merit of audiobooks. Some argue they're no different than physical books. Others are staunch opponents to them, even going so far as to suggest they're linked to a decline in literacy.…
(Pittsburgh Parent) The coronavirus creates a unique challenge for students with special needs - educators share recommendations for apps to support learning at home. Special education is facing severe challenges as remote becomes the new norm for K–12 learning during…
(The Knowledge Review) The COVID-19 has disorganized the world system, and the education system isn’t far behind. Schools across countries have been shut down to prevent the spread of this virus among youth. However, to keep the students’ education on…
(National Literacy Trust) Audiobook listenership is growing with the increasing availability of devices, platforms and apps offering an ever-wider range of high quality titles. This literature review provides an overview of research exploring the role of audiobooks in supporting children’s…