[Fiction Express] Pedagogical use of screens: how to work on reading with purpose

Why talk about screen use?

Current educational guidelines promote limited and purposeful use of screens, especially in the early years.

This means that:

• Screen use must have a clear educational objective
• It should not replace handwriting
• It must allow teacher monitoring and follow-up
• Active use is prioritised over passive consumption

How does Fiction Express fit into this context?

Fiction Express is designed for a flexible and balanced use, combining screen-based activities with offline learning.

✔️ Blended use (screen + paper)

• Digital reading of chapters
• Complementary paper-based activities
• Written production off-screen

✔️ Encouraging active participation

• Making decisions about the story
• Interacting with content
• Developing critical thinking

✔️ Supporting speaking skills

• Classroom discussions
• Justifying decisions
• Expressing opinions

From passive consumption to active learning

A key distinction is between:

❌ Passive use

• Reading without interaction
• Consuming content without reflection

✅ Active use

• Participating in the story
• Making decisions
• Creating, reflecting and expressing ideas

Fiction Express promotes meaningful learning, where students actively take part in the process.

Managing screen time

It is recommended to:

• Use screens for 18–22 minutes per week
• Complement with off-screen activities

This helps to:

• Prevent digital overload
• Maintain attention
• Combine different teaching approaches

Visual assessment system (learning traffic light)

Fiction Express supports progress monitoring through a simple visual system:

• 🟢 Optimal fluency
• 🟡 Needs reinforcement
• 🔴 Teacher intervention required

This system helps to:

• Quickly identify difficulties
• Adjust teaching strategies
• Provide targeted support to each student

Inclusion and accessibility

Technology also enables adaptation to different learning needs:

• Audiobooks
• Adjustable font sizes
• Visual support
• Adapted resources

This supports a more inclusive and personalised learning experience.

Responsible use of technology

The goal is not to increase screen time, but to optimise its use:

• With clear pedagogical intent
• Integrated into classroom practice
• Combined with other learning activities

Key takeaway for the classroom

Reducing screen time does not mean eliminating it, but using it more effectively.

Fiction Express allows reading to be developed:

• In an active way
• With balance
• Always with a clear educational purpose