Laster, B., Tysseling, L., Stinnett, M., Wilson, J., Cherner, T., Curwen, M.,…Huggins, S. (2016).  Effective use of tablets (iPads) for multimodal literacy learning:  What we learn from reading clinics/literacy labs. The App Teacher Journal, 1(1). http://appedreview.com/blog/effective-use-tablets-ipads-multimodal-literacy-learning-learn-reading-clinicsliteracy-labs/

Abstract:

“In this study, teachers used tablets (iPads) for literacy instruction. The survey data were collected at five university-based reading clinics that were geographically dispersed. Results showed the gains made by teachers in using apps for a range of literacy instructional purposes, including advancing clients’ comprehension and writing. In self-reports at the end of the semester, teachers gave voice to their increased confidence and diminished concerns—as compared to what they expressed at the beginning of the semester. Observations of the teachers confirmed their increased knowledge and skill in using tablet technology in a range of ways to support the literacy development of K-12 learners. Post-test responses were significantly more positive than pre-test responses.”