“As digital texts and technologies become more prevalent, we gain new and more mobile ways of reading—but are we still reading as attentively and thoroughly? How do our brains respond differently to onscreen text than to words on paper?” Read more.
The Reading Brain in the Digital Age: The Science of Paper versus Screens Read More »
“Two groups, of 20 students each, wrote essays after reading materials in either in print-like or scrolling formats. Those given the scrolling versions to read had poorer comprehension of the material.” Read more
Print Is Better For Information Retention, Study Says Read More »
“Word lovers and scientists have called for a “slow reading” movement, taking a branding cue from the “slow food” movement.” Read more.
Serious reading takes a hit from online scanning and skimming, researchers say Read More »
