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The document discusses the impact of digital versus print texts on reading comprehension among middle and high school students, highlighting increased digital consumption and shifts in educational methods. It notes cognitive consequences such as impaired comprehension and superficial reading habits, while emphasizing the importance of digital literacy for enhancing understanding. The document concludes with recommendations for educators to improve digital reading strategies and support student learning in a tech-driven environment.

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The document discusses the impact of digital versus print texts on reading comprehension among middle and high school students, highlighting increased digital consumption and shifts in educational methods. It notes cognitive consequences such as impaired comprehension and superficial reading habits, while emphasizing the importance of digital literacy for enhancing understanding. The document concludes with recommendations for educators to improve digital reading strategies and support student learning in a tech-driven environment.

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How does the use of digital versus print

texts affect reading comprehension in


middle and high school students?

BY MAITRI, 8 CREATORS
CAUSE 1
Increased digital consumption; The
rise of technology and mobile devices
has led to an increase in digital

Causes
reading materials

CAUSE 2
Shift in educational methods; Many
educational institutions are integrating
digital reading into curricula,
impacting how students engage with
texts
CONSEQUENCE 1
Cognitive impact; Digital reading can
affect comprehension, retention, and
critical thinking skills

Consequences CONSEQUENCE 2
Reading habits; Shift towards
skimming rather than deep reading
can lead to superficial understanding
Global Digital Reading Trends
Global surge in digital reading
due to increased accessibility of
devices.
Cultural differences slightly

Global
influence preferences for digital
versus traditional reading.

Perspective
Digital Literacy and Student
Comprehension
Nations with high digital
literacy see improved student
comprehension.
Digital reading engagement
contributes to this enhanced
understanding.
Current State in the U.S.:
Over 75% of K-12 students

National
regularly use digital texts in
their classrooms (BYU,

Perspective
2023).
Many schools report that
more than 50% of reading
materials are now digital.
Help teachers use digital reading

Course of
Step 1 tools in their classrooms. Encourage
the use of different formats like e-
books and videos.

Create resources to help students

Action
improve their understanding of digital
Step 2 texts. Teach reading strategies such
as note-taking and summarizing.

Encourage students to discuss


their digital reading experiences
Step 3 in class. Involve parents by
sharing resources to support
reading at home.
My Experience with Digital
Reading:
Digital reading has affected my

Personal
comprehension and retention of
information.

Perspective
Strategies I find helpful for
maintaining focus and
understanding when reading
digitally include setting specific
reading goals and taking notes.
Understanding digital reading comprehension
is essential in today's tech-driven world, as
digital texts can hinder comprehension
compared to traditional reading. Educators

Conclusion
can enhance digital literacy by identifying
challenges and training teachers to integrate
effective strategies. Providing resources,
fostering discussions with parents, and
monitoring comprehension are key to
supporting student learning. Proactive
measures help prepare students to be
engaged readers and critical information
consumers in a digital landscape.
REFERENCE 1
Online vs Print: The Reality of Digital Reading
Comprehension

https://editingresearch.byu.edu/2023/04/21/th

References
e-reality-of-digital-reading-comprehension/

REFERENCE 2
The Effect of Students Reading Digital Text
Versus Print Text on Comprehension

https://red.mnstate.edu/thesis/183/
Thank
you!

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