The Thaiger

Why interactive activities are key in online English classes

Over the last decade, online English classes for kids have evolved from simple video lessons to something far more complex ...
Inverse

Duolingo's new iOS app wants to teach kids how to read

Duolingo has a proven track record for teaching people new languages, but its new Duolingo ABC app launching today for iOS is aimed at teaching people their first language. Little people, that is. And ...
Wired

11 Great Games to Educate and Entertain Your Kids at Home

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The Journal

Using Video Game Design to Teach Literacy Skills

Literacy is critical for success in all facets of school and life. Yet, only 30% of U.S. fourth graders are considered proficient in reading, with scores actually declining by two percentage points ...
WCVB Channel 5 Boston

Cambridge company uses video games to teach kids how to handle stressful situations

EIGHT YEAR OLD CALEB LOOKS LIKE ANY OTHER KID ENGROSSED IN A VIDEO GAME, BUT THIS ONE IS DOING SOMETHING UNIQUE IF YOU KEEP YOUR HEART RATE DOWN DOES IT HAPPEN LESS OR MORE CALEB IS PLAYING MIGHTIER ...