ENG 1.5-1.6: Basics of Reading

Fluency, Vocabulary, Text Comprehension

What is fluency?

The ability to read a text accurately and quickly

Fluent readers are able to recognize words ____ when reading silently

automatically

Fluent readers are able to ____ ____ ____ to help them gain meaning from what they read

Group words quickly

Fluent readers are able to read aloud _____, _____ and with ______

effortlessly, naturally, and with expression

Fluency provides a bridge between _______ and _______.

Word recognition and comprehension

Why is fluency important for text comprehension?

Because fluent readers don’t have to focus on decoding, just on understanding the text

What is vocabulary?

The words we must know to communicate effectively

Oral vocabulary refers to words that we use in ____ or recognize in _____

speaking or listening

Reading vocabulary refers to words we use or recognize in ____

print

How does one demonstrate metacognition before reading?

Identify reading purpose and preview text

How does one demonstrate metacognition during reading?

Monitor their understanding, adjust reading speed to fit difficult of text, fix any comprehension problem

How does one demonstrate metacognition after reading?

Check for their understanding