Reading Time: 6 minutesHow do people read digital texts differently than paper? What do we need to know about supporting reading on screens?

Reading Time: 5 minutesResearch shows tremendous advantages to using tools built into most e-reading tools. Learn about how to prepare for teaching using digital textbooks.

Reading Time: 4 minuteseTexts are digital textbooks provided by publishers, and are an integral component of many courses and programs at Conestoga. These digital textbooks are provided to students through eConestoga, and can be read and studied through the Texidium app. Often, educators are the most influential factors in learners’ success with digital texts, and your use of the text will inform and...

Reading Time: 6 minutesResearch indicates that learners are more likely to use meta cognitive strategies when reading online (Azmuddin, Nor, and Hamat, 2017). Cognitive strategies, like rereading difficult sections, adjusting reading speed, or making predictions, are controlled by meta cognitive strategies, such as setting a purpose for reading, previewing the text, and making predictions.