Researchers are examining how digital learning tools and artificial intelligence could be contributing to a significant decline in reading engagement, particularly in the U.S., where participation has fallen sharply. The shift toward screen-based education and AI-driven resources has raised concerns about its impact on traditional reading habits and comprehension skills. As schools and educators adapt to technology, experts are questioning whether these changes may be reshaping—or reducing—how much students read. The findings could prompt a closer look at balancing digital innovation with foundational literacy development.
Amid reading declines that included a 14-point drop for the U.S., researchers are looking at the role digital learning and AI may have played.
