ColdFusion: Why Kids Can't Read Anymore — The Learning Crisis Behind Screens & AI

When reading breaks down, everything from math to critical thinking starts to wobble. In this condensed ColdFusion summary, host Dagogo Altraide examines why Gen Alpha and other students are struggling with reading, writing, attention, and basic problem-solving—turning a full episode into a quick, minutes-long listen. He traces the issue from viral classroom clips and falling literacy rates to the role of tablets, short-form content, handwriting, and generative AI in making learning more passive. Along the way, you’ll hear why some educators are bringing back pen and paper, what research says about memory and comprehension, and how schools in places like Singapore and Finland are trying different education reforms. If you’re interested in education, technology, AI, and the future of learning, this summary highlights the key ideas, warning signs, and practical takeaways. Listen now to get the key ideas in minutes.