Digital literacy technologies: Applying empirical evidence to optimize reading outcomes

Learning to read is the single most important skill that children learn in elementary school. Squiggle Park is an innovative company that designs digital literacy games that allow children to have fun while learning this critical skill. The Language and Literacy Lab at Dalhousie University has international-level scientific expertise in the process of children’s reading development. This MITACS cluster is a partnership between these business and scientific leaders—with the goal of improving the effectiveness of its products. Student interns will develop and validate new content, with an eye towards increasing Squiggle Park’s market share.

Faculty Supervisor:

Hélène Deacon;Aaron Newman

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Partner:

Squiggle Park

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Dalhousie University

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