defining reading
understanding reading
many different ways of reading
part of the communication process
not just a basic skill
reading takes a lot of time
once the basics are learned, we are expected to advance and level up these skills like a video game
a complex process
undergoing a series of stages
going through steps to become a proficient reader
considered complex because there are varied things for each stage that a reader must go through
situationally bound
not everyone can read the same book. There are kinds of books that readers can be proficient in (wuxia novels, academic papers, isekai crap). Just because you can read an academic paper does not mean you can read a martial arts novel.
as readers, we need to learn the importance of reading various texts and not just the stuff we like
not the same as decoding
making sense of the text
proficiency requires characteristics
accuracy + fluency = proficiency
accuracy - the ability to read a text with understanding
fluency - the ability to read without encountering any obstacles or difficulties. taking too long to read means you aren’t fluent enough
characteristics of a good reader
strategic in monitoring the interactive processes that assist comprehension
putting strategies to help aid you in reading and understanding more things
like a soldier going into battle with a lot of weapons increases the chances of surviving parang ganon
motivated to read and learn
finding a reason/objective to read the text
if ever unmotivated, you can always ask yourself why you decided to read it in the first place
helps you finish a book
socially active around reading tasks
helps you become aware of the issues and relate them to daiy life
mentally engaged
constantly asking questions to help understand the text as you read
reading can be considered problem-solving
picking up the little details within the text aids you in understanding the bigger picture.