75.8% of Teens: Tablet Learning Over 3 Hours Daily Becomes Widespread

## Gen Z's Essential Learning Item, 'E-books': Teenagers' New Study Methods and Hidden Concerns as Seen in a SCONN Survey SCONN, an e-book platform specializing in learning, released the results of a survey conducted with over 1,000 teenage users, shedding light on the unique learning trends of Gen Z, who are accustomed to digital environments. This survey provided an opportunity to delve deeply into the study world of teenagers, from tablet-centric learning methods to subject preferences, and even psychological difficulties experienced during studying. **Tablets, now beyond 'study essentials' to the center of learning** According to the survey results, tablets have established themselves not merely as learning aids but as core hubs for studying among teenagers. A remarkable 75.8% of respondents reported using tablets for learning for more than 3 hours a day, with 20.7% using them for over 5 hours, and a surprising 12% for over 10 hours. This clearly demonstrates how accustomed teenagers are to active learning using digital devices and the crucial role tablets play in their learning routines. **Amidst the Suneung content craze, Math is 'Overwhelming #1'... The Future of Repetitive Learning Content** E-book consumption showed a concentration on 'Suneung' (College Scholastic Ability Test) content, which is the immediate goal for teenagers. Notably, Mathematics (51.5%) was the most studied subject, receiving overwhelming support from over half of the respondents. This was followed by Inquiry (21.6%) and Korean Language (15.7%), with these major Suneung subjects dominating the top ranks, proving high demand for score-driven learning. This suggests that content allowing for skill improvement through repetitive learning, rather than volatile short-term content, will gain more traction in the e-book market. **Even in the Digital Age, 'Note-taking Centric Learning' Remains an Immutable Truth** Although teenagers are proficient in digital environments, the essence of their learning methods has not significantly changed. In other words, while the tools have shifted to tablets, 'note-taking centric learning' remains a strong trend. 'Practice exams (40.3%)' ranked first as the most frequently used content or tool for studying, followed by 'summary notes (31.7%)', 'study routine planners (16.1%)', and 'incorrect answer notes (5.8%)'. This indicates that e-books integrated with digital note-taking apps play a crucial role in maximizing teenagers' learning efficiency. **"When I want to quit studying..." Teenagers' Hidden Emotional Needs** This survey also revealed a deep demand for emotionally-based content among teenagers, beyond mere learning efficiency. At moments when they wanted to quit studying, the most needed forms of help were 'motivation (38.8%)', 'rest (37.7%)', 'mental recovery (30.3%)', and 'empathy or comfort (24.9%)', all ranking highly. This implies that teenagers are not only seeking learning tools but also crave content that can help them manage study-related stress and gain mental support. Interesting results also emerged regarding content teenagers wish to share with friends. 'Timer records (31.4%)', 'learning data (26.5%)', and 'my own summary notes (23.4%)' were chosen, revealing teenagers' social desire to share not just information, but also their efforts, traces, and learning processes with each other. SCONN's latest survey clearly shows how teenagers' learning is evolving beyond the desk and into the digital space of tablets, and what types of content and emotional support they require during the learning process. This suggests that future education will increasingly emphasize personalized digital learning experiences combined with a nuanced approach to help teenagers with psychological stability and motivation.