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Which reading technique is characterized by focusing on the main idea or general overview of a text?
Which reading technique is characterized by focusing on the main idea or general overview of a text?
- Skimming (correct)
- Scanning
- Extensive Reading
- Intensive Reading
Which of the following best describes extensive reading?
Which of the following best describes extensive reading?
- Focusing on specific details for task completion
- Quickly identifying key details in a text
- Analyzing a text's topic sentence thoroughly
- Reading for pleasure and general skill development (correct)
Which reading strategy involves connecting the text content with the reader's existing knowledge and experiences?
Which reading strategy involves connecting the text content with the reader's existing knowledge and experiences?
- Using Context Clues
- Intensive Reading
- Recalling Background Knowledge (correct)
- Extensive Reading
What is the primary purpose of intensive reading?
What is the primary purpose of intensive reading?
What context clue type uses words with similar meanings to clarify an unfamiliar word?
What context clue type uses words with similar meanings to clarify an unfamiliar word?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of skimming?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of skimming?
When a text includes words like 'but' or 'however' to give the reader a clue on an new word, what context clue is being used?
When a text includes words like 'but' or 'however' to give the reader a clue on an new word, what context clue is being used?
Which reading method is best used when seeking specific information quickly in a text?
Which reading method is best used when seeking specific information quickly in a text?
According to the provided information, what is the primary function of reading?
According to the provided information, what is the primary function of reading?
Which of the following best describes the interaction that occurs during reading?
Which of the following best describes the interaction that occurs during reading?
Which of the following is NOT a skill that is typically applied while comprehending a text?
Which of the following is NOT a skill that is typically applied while comprehending a text?
Which of these reading techniques is most suitable for quickly finding a specific piece of information, like a date or place, within a text?
Which of these reading techniques is most suitable for quickly finding a specific piece of information, like a date or place, within a text?
What is a key benefit of reading in terms of writing skills?
What is a key benefit of reading in terms of writing skills?
Which reading strategy involves surveying a text quickly to get a general idea of its content?
Which reading strategy involves surveying a text quickly to get a general idea of its content?
Why do readers engage with both the reading and writing processes?
Why do readers engage with both the reading and writing processes?
Which of the following is NOT specifically mentioned as a reason for why we read?
Which of the following is NOT specifically mentioned as a reason for why we read?
Flashcards
Decoding
Decoding
The process of breaking down written codes into meaningful units. It's the mechanical aspect of reading.
Comprehension
Comprehension
The process of constructing meaning from the decoded text. It's about understanding the message.
Previewing
Previewing
A quick overview of a text before reading it in detail. It helps you get a general idea of the topic and structure.
Scanning
Scanning
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Skimming
Skimming
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Intensive Reading
Intensive Reading
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Extensive Reading
Extensive Reading
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Recalling background knowledge
Recalling background knowledge
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Context Clues
Context Clues
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Synonyms
Synonyms
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Antonyms
Antonyms
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Study Notes
Reading and Writing
- Reading is defined by two types (Lapp and Flood, 1978)
- Decoding process (breaking down written codes)
- Comprehension process
- Reading is a cognitive process of decoding symbols to derive text meaning.
- Reading is an interaction between the text and the reader
- Reading involves comprehending symbols on a page, not just glancing at them.
- Consistent practice improves reading skills.
- Authors' purpose, main ideas, details, context clues for unfamiliar words, analyzing text, and critiquing it are sub-skills utilized during reading.
Why Do We Read?
- To develop a broad background
- To anticipate and predict
- To create motivation and interest
- To build vocabulary
- For pleasure and enjoyment
Benefits of Reading
- Exposes readers to accurate spelling and correct writing forms.
- Shows readers how to write complex sentences.
- Invites readers to experiment with their writing style
- Allows readers to experience thoughts of others.
Pre-Reading Strategies/Most Common Styles of Reading
- Previewing
- Scanning
- Skimming
- Intensive reading
- Extensive reading
- Recalling background knowledge
Previewing
- Surveying a text quickly before reading carefully.
- Provides information retrieval.
- Allows for topic understanding before reading, aiding comprehension.
- Pre-reading skill for gathering text information.
- Helps create a general picture of the text.
Scanning
- A reading technique for quickly locating specific information in text.
- Locates names, dates, statistics, places & facts within a text.
- Skips parts of a text that aren't important to the reader at that moment.
- Examples: bus tickets, wedding invitations, pie graphs.
Skimming
- Speed reading; focuses on the main idea or overview rather than details.
- Helps readers find topic sentences summarizing the text.
- Doesn't pay attention to minor details.
- Used for texts like newspapers, magazines, and brochures .
Intensive Reading
- Focuses on specific details and requires a particular output from readers.
- Useful when a task requires a detailed comprehension.
- Familiarizes the reader with all text elements.
- Example: listing the chronological events in a story, citing elements and analyzing the narrative.
Extensive Reading
- Purpose: pleasure and pastime.
- Does not require a specific output.
- Improves overall reading skills.
- Example: reading a story book, comic books, novels, jokes, and riddles.
Recalling Background Knowledge
- Using prior knowledge to understand what is being read.
- The deeper the background knowledge, the better the comprehension.
- Connecting new knowledge with existing experience strengthens comprehension.
During Reading Strategies
Using Context Clues
- Words, phrases, and sentences surrounding unfamiliar words that help understand their meaning.
- Examples, synonyms, antonyms, and definitions help readers discern the meaning of unfamiliar words.
Synonyms, Antonyms and Examples (context clues using further details)
- Synonyms: similar meaning words to the unknown word
- Antonyms: contrast the opposite meaning to the unknown word
- Examples: provide specific details to clarify a word
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