"The book traces an arc from (1) teaching students to make sense of today's influx of information with the help of comprehension skills to (2) broadening students' empathy and their understanding of the world by teaching them how to listen to the diverse voices that technology brings us to (3) using their technological skills and broadened understanding of the world to take action in the world"-- Provided by publisher.

To access the online resources for Read the World, either scan the QR code on page vi or visite Hein.pub/RTW-Resources.

Ch. 1. Laying the groundwork: foundational structures for today's learner -- Chapter 2. Reading today's texts: comprehension and thinking in a digital age -- Chapter 3. Critical reading: developing an empathetic stance through connected literacy -- Chapter 4. Student agency: rethinking action for a better world -- Audio resources -- Frequently asked questions -- Printable tools.