Description

We’ve all been there: a class discussion falls flat, and the dreaded confession comes—your students didn’t do the reading. With attention spans under siege by TikTok, text alerts, and an ever-growing pile of to-dos, how do we reignite a love (or at least a tolerance) for closer reading?

This webinar brings together educators from Rutgers University, and Contra Costa Community College to tackle the modern reading crisis head-on. We’ll dive into what’s holding students back and share practical, creative solutions to get them turning pages—and engaging with course materials like never before. From reimagining assignments to leveraging new tools such as social annotation, this is the conversation every educator needs.

What You’ll Learn

• Why Students Aren’t Reading
  Uncover the key factors contributing to disengagement, from digital overload to shifting educational priorities.
• Proven Strategies to Increase Reading Engagement
  Hear success stories and actionable tips from fellow educators who’ve found innovative ways to inspire students to pick up the book—and finish it.
• The Power of Social Annotation
  See how collaborative tools like Hypothesis are changing the game, turning passive reading into an active, social, and rewarding experience.
• Practical Classroom Takeaways
  Walk away with ideas you can implement immediately to foster critical thinking, peer connection, and better learning outcomes.

Whether you’re frustrated with unread assignments or simply looking to level up your teaching toolkit, this webinar is packed with insights, humor, and solutions to help students not just read—but engage. 

Let’s get those margins filled and the conversations flowing!