health
Learning from mistakes
By Lina María Múnera Gutiérrez - [email protected]

TL;DR
- Norway's experiment with providing tablets to all schoolchildren led to a sharp decline in reading comprehension.
- A decade later, 10% of Norwegians struggle with basic reading, and one in five children cannot read movie subtitles.
- The former Minister of Culture and Education, Trine Skei Grande, called the decision "absurd" and a result of being "too rich."
- The Norwegian government is implementing measures to improve reading skills, including more in-class reading time and banning cellphones.
- The Boklek program combines learning and play, prioritizing libraries for children's enjoyment.
- Libraries are creating youth-focused activities like chess, rap, and skateboarding to re-engage young people.