Discusses the importance of identifying "Big Ideas" in reading comprehension. It contrasts two boys, Pete and Sam, where Pete effectively extracts key concepts from texts while Sam struggles.

Intelligent tutors that can coach students to demonstrate in writing an understanding ... good assessment” of reading comprehension. But he added a big caveat: “I don’t think technology ...

And while students still practice comprehension ... think more deeply about big ideas, make connections across topics, and show their understanding through their writing, she said.