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Which of the following is NOT part of reader knowledge, skills and strategies?
Which of the following is NOT part of reader knowledge, skills and strategies?
Reading is solely about decoding text.
Reading is solely about decoding text.
False (B)
What type of competence involves knowledge about different types of texts and their usual structure?
What type of competence involves knowledge about different types of texts and their usual structure?
Sociolinguistic competence
Reading material serves as language ______ for students.
Reading material serves as language ______ for students.
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What is one purpose of reading for content information in a language learning classroom?
What is one purpose of reading for content information in a language learning classroom?
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Match the following reading purposes with their explanations:
Match the following reading purposes with their explanations:
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Daily reading can help break down cultural stereotypes.
Daily reading can help break down cultural stereotypes.
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What does strategic competence allow a reader to do?
What does strategic competence allow a reader to do?
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What is reading primarily described as?
What is reading primarily described as?
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Computers have been widely researched for their effectiveness in reading instruction.
Computers have been widely researched for their effectiveness in reading instruction.
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What aims do reading programs usually have for students?
What aims do reading programs usually have for students?
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Reading skills are specific abilities that enable a person to read with __________.
Reading skills are specific abilities that enable a person to read with __________.
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What is considered a part of language skills?
What is considered a part of language skills?
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Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
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Reading is solely influenced by the text and does not take the reader's background into account.
Reading is solely influenced by the text and does not take the reader's background into account.
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According to Brynes, what results from the interactive process of reading?
According to Brynes, what results from the interactive process of reading?
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What is one of the main benefits of using computers in reading instruction?
What is one of the main benefits of using computers in reading instruction?
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Computers hinder the development of critical reading skills.
Computers hinder the development of critical reading skills.
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What type of projects can students create using computers in reading instruction?
What type of projects can students create using computers in reading instruction?
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One concern of educators is that students are not acquiring critical reading skills necessary for their _____ education.
One concern of educators is that students are not acquiring critical reading skills necessary for their _____ education.
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Which tool is mentioned to enhance second language learners' comprehension?
Which tool is mentioned to enhance second language learners' comprehension?
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Match the following software features with their benefits:
Match the following software features with their benefits:
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Students can engage with each other through the internet as part of reading instruction activities.
Students can engage with each other through the internet as part of reading instruction activities.
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What approach do commercial reading software developers use to create effective reading programs?
What approach do commercial reading software developers use to create effective reading programs?
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What is the first step to improve reading skills?
What is the first step to improve reading skills?
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Rereading material is unnecessary if you do not understand it the first time.
Rereading material is unnecessary if you do not understand it the first time.
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What is a phoneme?
What is a phoneme?
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People should go to the library and pick up lots of ______ based on their reading level.
People should go to the library and pick up lots of ______ based on their reading level.
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Why is it advisable to use context clues when reading?
Why is it advisable to use context clues when reading?
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Skimming is an effective way to retain information while reading.
Skimming is an effective way to retain information while reading.
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Name a strategy to improve focus while reading.
Name a strategy to improve focus while reading.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Which reading strategy involves reviewing titles and section headings to understand text structure?
Which reading strategy involves reviewing titles and section headings to understand text structure?
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Effective language instructors encourage students to guess the meanings of unknown words by stopping to look them up.
Effective language instructors encourage students to guess the meanings of unknown words by stopping to look them up.
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What strategy allows students to check comprehension by restating ideas in their own words?
What strategy allows students to check comprehension by restating ideas in their own words?
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Effective language instructors help students develop a set of reading __________.
Effective language instructors help students develop a set of reading __________.
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What is the purpose of skimming and scanning?
What is the purpose of skimming and scanning?
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Modeling reading strategies aloud is an ineffective teaching practice.
Modeling reading strategies aloud is an ineffective teaching practice.
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Match the reading strategies with their descriptions:
Match the reading strategies with their descriptions:
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Name a benefit of using reading strategies as mentioned in the content.
Name a benefit of using reading strategies as mentioned in the content.
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What is essential for educational software to effectively educate children?
What is essential for educational software to effectively educate children?
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Early computer programs were primarily used as stand-alone reading experiences.
Early computer programs were primarily used as stand-alone reading experiences.
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What does CALL stand for?
What does CALL stand for?
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The primary interaction in language acquisition is typically between ______.
The primary interaction in language acquisition is typically between ______.
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How can computers be utilized in a learning environment according to the content?
How can computers be utilized in a learning environment according to the content?
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Interaction between reader and text is less important than interaction between man and machine.
Interaction between reader and text is less important than interaction between man and machine.
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Match the type of interaction with its description:
Match the type of interaction with its description:
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What role does a computer play in reader-text interaction?
What role does a computer play in reader-text interaction?
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Flashcards
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
Understanding the meaning of a text by decoding symbols.
Reading Skills
Reading Skills
Abilities that enable independent reading and interaction with a text.
Reading Process
Reading Process
Continuous practice, development, and refinement of reading abilities.
Reading Comprehension (details)
Reading Comprehension (details)
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Reading Comprehension (summary)
Reading Comprehension (summary)
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Interactive Reading Process
Interactive Reading Process
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Language Skills
Language Skills
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Computer Use in Reading Instruction
Computer Use in Reading Instruction
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Reading as a language skill
Reading as a language skill
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Reading as a process
Reading as a process
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Linguistic competence
Linguistic competence
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Discourse competence
Discourse competence
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Sociolinguistic competence
Sociolinguistic competence
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Strategic Competence
Strategic Competence
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Reading to learn
Reading to learn
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Phoneme
Phoneme
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Reading Concentration
Reading Concentration
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Reading Starting Point
Reading Starting Point
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Reading Pace
Reading Pace
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Reading Repetition
Reading Repetition
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Context Clues
Context Clues
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Skimming vs. Reading
Skimming vs. Reading
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Using a Dictionary
Using a Dictionary
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Effective Language Instructor
Effective Language Instructor
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Reading Strategies
Reading Strategies
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Previewing
Previewing
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Predicting
Predicting
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Skimming and Scanning
Skimming and Scanning
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Guessing from Context
Guessing from Context
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Paraphrasing
Paraphrasing
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Modeling Strategies
Modeling Strategies
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Interactive Software Benefits
Interactive Software Benefits
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Software for Critical Reading
Software for Critical Reading
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Word Processing for Writing
Word Processing for Writing
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Research Tools for Learning
Research Tools for Learning
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Multimedia for Comprehension
Multimedia for Comprehension
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Vocabulary Enhancement
Vocabulary Enhancement
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Computer-Assisted Instruction
Computer-Assisted Instruction
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Engagement for Struggling Learners
Engagement for Struggling Learners
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Computer Software for Reading
Computer Software for Reading
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Interactive Potential of CALL
Interactive Potential of CALL
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Reader-Text Interaction
Reader-Text Interaction
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Importance of Research in Educational Software
Importance of Research in Educational Software
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Traditional Reading Experiences Before Computers
Traditional Reading Experiences Before Computers
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Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL)
Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL)
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Computer's Role in Supporting Reading
Computer's Role in Supporting Reading
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Man-Machine Interaction in CALL
Man-Machine Interaction in CALL
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Study Notes
Reading as a Complex Process
- Reading is a complex cognitive process involving decoding symbols to derive meaning.
- It's a means of language acquisition, communication, and information sharing.
- It's an interaction between the reader and the text, influenced by the reader's background, experiences, and attitude.
- Reading skills require practice, development, and refinement.
- Reading involves cultural and social contexts.
What is Reading?
- Reading is an interactive process between text and reader.
- It results in comprehension.
- The text encodes meaning through letters, sentences, and paragraphs.
- Reading involves using knowledge, skills, and strategies.
Key Reading Competencies
- Linguistic Competence: Understanding the writing system, vocabulary, and sentence structure.
- Discourse Competence: Knowing how discourse markers connect parts of a text.
- Sociolinguistic Competence: Familiarity with different text types and their structures.
- Strategic Competence: Using top-down strategies and language knowledge.
Reading Purposes
- Reading to learn language: Gaining vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structures through authentic text exposure.
- Reading for content information: Obtaining information about a subject.
- Reading for cultural knowledge: Gaining insights into different lifestyles and worldviews.
Reading Skills Development
- Teachers use various strategies for teaching reading.
- Effective language instructors use strategies to help students adjust their reading behaviour.
- Previewing, predicting, skimming, scanning, and paraphrasing are valuable reading strategies.
- Activities like cloze exercises and discussions about strategies can assist.
Computers in Reading Instruction
- Computers offer engaging interactive activities for reading practice.
- They provide immediate feedback, enabling better learning experiences.
- Computers allow students to engage with resources like the internet and online research tools.
- Some software focuses on critical reading and analytical skills.
Computer Software Benefits
- Interactive software creates engaging learning.
- Software based on research and established teaching methods effectively educates.
- Computer software can be used to develop effective reading skills.
- Computer software facilitates communication and interaction between individuals and technology.
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This quiz explores the intricate process of reading, emphasizing its role in language acquisition, communication, and information sharing. It evaluates key reading competencies such as linguistic, discourse, and sociolinguistic skills, highlighting the interactive relationship between the reader and the text.