This article reports the results of a meta-analysis of 20 research articles containing 89 effect sizes related to the use of digital tools and learning environments to enhance literacy acquisition. Results (weighted effect size of 0.489) demonstrate that technology can have a positive effect on reading comprehension, but little research has focused on the effect of technology on metacognitive, affective, and dispositional outcomes. We conclude that although there is reason to be optimistic about using technology in middle-school literacy programs, there is also reason to encourage the research community to redouble its emphasis on digital learning environments for students in this age range and to broaden the scope of the interventions and outcomes they study.
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Specialist and Grade 6 Language Arts Teacher and Students using a Research Model to discover the characteristics of Tolkiens fantasy creatures. Print and Internet Resources were accessed using Destiny online library catalog. Students created guidebooks based on their research as well as dioramas triptych art and murals. Since students were especially fond of the hobbits we planned a gallery walk to celebrate their amazing artwork and for the school community to enjoy The school library was transformed into the shire and Bilbo Baggins turned ....
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