Children ages 1 to 8 tend to have more trouble understanding digital picture books, compared to the print versions, according to an analysis of literacy research.

Each study concluded that students who learned science and social studies through a detailed project-based curriculum over the course of a year posted higher achievement scores than those who learned those subjects the way teachers in their schools usually taught them.

Artificial intelligence will power more complex and collaborative learning activities along with deeper assessments of students' knowledge, experts say.

Seven big themes and five design challenges anchor social studies guidelines that will help teachers develop graduates who can participate in a democratic and diverse society.