what is reading
- 2. What is reading? Reading is a number of interactive processes between the reader and the text, in which readers use their knowledge to build, to create, and to construct meaning.
- 3. At the most basic level reading is the recognition of words. Understanding what we are reading is key and is certainly the main point of teaching reading in a class.
- 4. Reading Tips: There are some tips to help students build better reading skills. 1. Annotate and highlight text 2. Personalize the content 3. Understand common themes 4. Set reading goals 5. Read in portions 6. Let students guide their reading
- 5. 1. Annotate and highlight text Underline valuable information as they read. Have students write notes on the pages they are reading to help them stay focused and improve comprehension. Students can also write down questions as they read to receive more explanation on a new concept or to define a new word.
- 6. 2. Personalize the content Students can increase their understanding by seeing how the material connects with their life. Have your students make personal connections with the text by writing it down on the page.
- 7. 3. Understand common themes Look for examples of a certain theme throughout the chapter to increase engagement. Have students share their findings with the class to help students learn a specific theme more in-depth.
- 8. 4. Set reading goals Have each student set their own reading goals. This can help them take action in building reading skills and students will be more mindful of how they are improving.
- 9. 5. Read in portions Shorter segments will help students retain the information as the class discusses the materials. It can also help students build confidence in understanding a complex subject.
- 10. 6. Let students guide their reading As you implement reading activities to help your class learn complex materials, you will learn what works best for each student individually.