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A new report focussed on students' research skills identifies some major teaching and learning gaps in the use of digital technologies. Teachers are strongly of the view that the use of digital technologies is positive although research skills need to be expanded beyond just the use of search engines. Teachers also indicated that there are some disadvantages to using online technologies and some barriers that impede their use. However, today's students have fundamentally different cognitive skills, state teachers, and so inclusion of digital technologies with learning activities and programs is essential to develop sound research skills.

"1. Playing scary and violent video games help children master their fears in real life." 2. Video games can lessen disruptive behaviors and enhance positive development in ADHD children 3. Practical work in science provides children little or no learning at all 4. Chess makes kids smart 5. Gardening improves children's desire to learn and boosts their confidence 6. Playing with blocks increases neuron count in children 7. Teaching kids at a very early age is counterproductive to their learning 8. Music and movement augment children's language capabilities during the preschool years 9. Green spaces or natural backyards elevate children's learning through discovery 10. Drama and comedy in the classroom encourage children to listen and participate 11. Children who construct their own video games experience increased cognitive and social growth 12. Interest areas in the classroom promote a child's autonomy and choice making 13. Economically disadvantaged children reap long-term benefits from preschool 14. Learning, for children with ASD, is affected by classroom acoustics, artificial lighting, and windows 15. Engaging children in planning and reflection enhance their predictive and analytic capabilities