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What is the primary purpose of scanning a text?
What is the primary purpose of scanning a text?
- To critique the arguments presented.
- To locate specific information quickly. (correct)
- To understand every detail in the text.
- To identify the author's writing style.
Which reading strategy is most suitable when you need a general understanding of a text?
Which reading strategy is most suitable when you need a general understanding of a text?
- Close reading
- Scanning
- Skimming (correct)
- Detailed analysis
Which of the following accurately characterizes the use of formal language?
Which of the following accurately characterizes the use of formal language?
- It is largely based on conversational tone with frequent slang and colloquialisms.
- It is appropriate for academic writing, legal documents, and professional communications. (correct)
- It is generally associated with personal narratives and informal conversations.
- It is characterized by simple vocabulary and straightforward grammar.
What should a reader do before engaging with a text to enhance comprehension?
What should a reader do before engaging with a text to enhance comprehension?
Why is it beneficial to review what you already know about a topic before reading a new text on that topic?
Why is it beneficial to review what you already know about a topic before reading a new text on that topic?
How does 'previewing' a text before reading contribute to better understanding?
How does 'previewing' a text before reading contribute to better understanding?
During the 'before reading' stage, what is the value of predicting the content of the text?
During the 'before reading' stage, what is the value of predicting the content of the text?
While reading, why is annotating sections of the text considered a helpful strategy?
While reading, why is annotating sections of the text considered a helpful strategy?
What is the benefit of using headings and transition words during reading?
What is the benefit of using headings and transition words during reading?
Why is it recommended to create a vocabulary list of unfamiliar words while reading?
Why is it recommended to create a vocabulary list of unfamiliar words while reading?
What does it mean to 'infer' the meaning of unfamiliar words while reading, and why is it useful?
What does it mean to 'infer' the meaning of unfamiliar words while reading, and why is it useful?
During reading, what is the primary advantage of connecting the text to what you already know?
During reading, what is the primary advantage of connecting the text to what you already know?
Why is it important to take breaks while reading a complex text?
Why is it important to take breaks while reading a complex text?
After reading, what is the purpose of summarizing the text in your own words?
After reading, what is the purpose of summarizing the text in your own words?
How does discussing a text with someone else after reading improve comprehension?
How does discussing a text with someone else after reading improve comprehension?
What is the primary reason for identifying and rereading difficult parts of a text?
What is the primary reason for identifying and rereading difficult parts of a text?
What is the relationship between academic reading and the choice of vocabulary and grammar?
What is the relationship between academic reading and the choice of vocabulary and grammar?
To critique an argument is one purpose for reading. Is there any instance that writing something would be a good purpose for reading?
To critique an argument is one purpose for reading. Is there any instance that writing something would be a good purpose for reading?
Is learning something and writing something possible purposes for reading?
Is learning something and writing something possible purposes for reading?
What is the primary difference between skimming and scanning when reading?
What is the primary difference between skimming and scanning when reading?
If you are unsure of the author's intent, is it a good idea to speculate about the author's purpose of writing?
If you are unsure of the author's intent, is it a good idea to speculate about the author's purpose of writing?
According to the reading strategies discussed, what should one do with discussion questions provided by the authors, if any?
According to the reading strategies discussed, what should one do with discussion questions provided by the authors, if any?
When and where can discussion questions be located within a text?
When and where can discussion questions be located within a text?
During which phase of reading should annotations be made?
During which phase of reading should annotations be made?
What role do predictions play during the reading process?
What role do predictions play during the reading process?
Is it a good idea to create a vocabulary list while reading?
Is it a good idea to create a vocabulary list while reading?
Once you have identified a word to be unfamiliar, is it helpful to try to infer its meaning?
Once you have identified a word to be unfamiliar, is it helpful to try to infer its meaning?
Regarding the provided text, what is the primary value of re-reading?
Regarding the provided text, what is the primary value of re-reading?
According to the academic reading strategies discussed, which of the following is most effective for deeper understanding?
According to the academic reading strategies discussed, which of the following is most effective for deeper understanding?
Flashcards
Formal language
Formal language
Formal language uses particular grammar and vocabulary.
Informal language
Informal language
Informal language uses particulr grammar and vocabulary.
Purposes of reading
Purposes of reading
Purposes of reading include scanning, skimming, relating existing knowledge to something new, writing, critiquing arguments, and general comprehension.
Before reading strategies
Before reading strategies
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During reading
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After reading
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Study Notes
Academic Reading Strategies
- Formal and informal language choices are associated with grammar and vocabulary
Purposes of Reading
- Scanning is done to look for specific information
- Skimming is done to get an overview of the text
- Relate new content to existing knowledge
- Writing often depends on a prompt
- Critiquing an argument
- Learning
- General comprehension
Before Reading
- Establish the purpose for reading
- Speculate about the author's purpose for writing
- Review existing knowledge and intended learning about the topic
- Preview structure, headings, figures, tables, glossary, etc. to get an overview
- Predict the contents and pose questions
- Read author-provided discussion questions and write on a note-taking sheet
- Note discussion questions, sometimes found at the end of the text
During Reading
- Annotate and mark sections of the text sparingly for important or interesting ideas
- Check predictions and find answers to the posed questions
- Use headings and transition words to identify relationships
- Create a vocabulary list of unfamiliar words to define later
- Infer meanings for unfamiliar words by identifying their relationship to the main idea
- Connect to what you already know about the topic
- Take Breaks
After Reading
- Summarize in your own words noting what was learned, impressions and reactions, using an outline, concept map or matrix (for several texts)
- Discuss the author's ideas with someone to check comprehension
- Identify and reread difficult text parts
- Define words on your vocabulary list and practice use
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