Teaching Reading Comprehension in a Digital World : Evidence-Based Contributions Using PIRLS and Digital Texts

Abstract

This open access book helps teachers include the reading of digital texts in their curriculum. Using ePIRLS, it informs teachers about digital reading and evidence-based teaching principles for digital reading. This publication raises awareness about digital inclusion within schools and how this affects students’ opportunities to learn. This volume describes recent scientific insights regarding digital reading and emphasizes the importance of digital inclusion within schools. Evidence-based didactic guidelines for digital reading are described to help teachers learn more about supporting their students in reading digital texts. Using an ePIRLS text, it discusses the challenges students encounter in reading digital texts and concretizes the didactic suggestions. Additionally, good practices from PIRLS countries regarding digital reading are highlighted, which can be an inspiration to teachers across the world.