Kaitlyn Tagarelli, Head of Research at Mango Languages, answered some of our questions regarding their work. Please tell us a little bit about Mango Languages. Mango Languages is a language learning software company. Our core product is a language learning app, with courses in over 70 world languages and over 20 English as a Second Language (e.g.,...
Reading Comprehension Reading comprehension is a multifaceted cognitive process that involves several intricate steps including visually processing words, grasping meanings, interpreting sentences, and piecing together narratives. The culmination of these steps is a deep understanding of the text’s content. However, for individuals with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), this process can be quite challenging. Understanding ADHD ADHD, a common...
In a rapidly evolving digital world where children are more connected to screens than ever before, the need for innovative solutions to improve literacy skills has never been more critical. Enter the Ensuring Full Literacy (EFL) team’s partnership with Shoelace Learning, a company dedicated to transforming reading comprehension education through an engaging games-based online platform. Both on a...
After another very successful annual meeting, the Ensuring Full Literacy (EFL) team, a multidisciplinary and multi-institutional group formed by a shared Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Partnership Grant, is reaching their mid-point with exciting research and initiatives unfolding. Who is EFL? EFL is a team of almost 150 scholars, industry, community, and outreach...
