Students Improve Reading Without Tech
Would you believe it: a teacher and her students say their reading ability soared after banning tech in the classroom. Maureen Mulvaney, an AP Literature and English teacher at Washburn High School in Minneapolis, started the low tech experiment last year after becoming frustrated with plagiarism, distracted students, and plunging literacy rates. And so, with the enthusiastic support of parents, she banned phones and laptops, requiring all coursework to be done with pencil an
A teacher in Minneapolis reported a significant improvement in her students' reading abilities after removing technology from the classroom. Maureen Mulvaney, an English teacher, implemented a low-tech approach to combat issues like plagiarism and distraction. With parent support, she banned phones and laptops, requiring all work to be done with pen and paper. Initially, students struggled, but they soon adapted and showed remarkable progress. Before the experiment, only 46% of students felt confident in their reading skills, but this increased to 95% by February. Students found writing by hand more effective and engaging, with many reporting a stronger connection to their work. The experiment highlights a potential solution to challenges in modern education, emphasizing the value of traditional methods.
This experiment shows that reducing technology in classrooms can significantly improve students' reading and writing abilities, offering a potential solution to current educational challenges.
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