This document discusses improving reading skills. It begins by defining reading and explaining the purpose is to connect ideas to prior knowledge. It then lists common reasons for poor comprehension such as inability to understand words, sentences, or how information fits together. Types of reading skills are discussed like word attack skills, comprehension skills, and fluency skills. Techniques to improve reading are presented, including preparing to read, implementing reading basics, and advancing skills. Specific tips provided include finding material to read, scheduling reading time, using context clues, and rereading if necessary. Warnings advise reading with interest and proper lighting.

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3. Whatisreading?
Purposeof reading
ReasonsforPoorComprehension
Problemsthatcauseslowreading
Kindsof Readingskills
Howto Improveyourreadingskills
1.Preparingforreading
2.Implementingthebasicofreadingimprovement
3.Advancingyourreadingskills
Tips
Warnings
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5. Purpose of reading is to connect the ideas on
the page to what you already know.
Example:
59683724 tuff to remember
596-837-24 easier because of grouping
numbers
1234567-easiest to read and remember
because of prior knowledge
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7. inability to understand word
inability to understand sentence
inability to understand how sentences relate
to one another
inability to understand how the information
fits together in a meaningful way
lack of interest and concentration
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8. 1.Poor concentration:
Lack of interest
Daydreaming
Worrying about other problems
Can’t remember what is read
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9. 3. Poor reading techniques:
Stuck in one gear
Takes too long to read assignment
Cannot find main points & important details
2. Underdevelopedvocabulary:
Difficult to learn new vocabulary
Not sure where to find word meanings
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10. 4. No systemforreadingtextbooks:
SQ3R
Survey
Question
Read
Recite
Review
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5. The blank mind syndrome:
Eyes just passing over words
Reading without reflection

11. 2.Comprehension skills help the reader predict the next word,
phrase, or sentence quickly enough to speed recognition.
Comprehension skills are the ability to use context and prior
knowledge to aid reading and to make sense of what one reads and
hears
1.Word attack skills let the reader figure out new words
Word attack skills are the ability to convert graphic symbols into
intelligible language.
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12. Criticalreadingskillshelpthe reader see the relationshipof ideas
and use thesein readingwith meaningand fluency.
Criticalreadingas a goalincludes the abilityto evaluate ideas
sociallyor politically.
3.Fluencyskillshelpthe readers see largersegments, phrases,and
groupsof wordsas wholes.
FluencySkillsshouldbe the aim of every reading and writing
lesson. It shouldincrease as learners progress frombeginningto
advancedreaders and writers.Fluency enableslearnersto read
and writewithmoreunderstanding.Theygainthisskillthrough
practiceand observation
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13. 1.Findsomething to read. Examples include a children's
book, a newspaper article, a short story
2.Go to the library and pick up lotsof books. Pick books
depending on your reading level, no matter what your
age. Choose interesting and easily read books such as
comic books, as well as reading books containing formal
words. Reading is about enjoying the experience too.
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14. 3.Finda place to readwhere you can concentrate.
This may be someplace secret where no one will
bother you, or simply your home at a time when it is
quiet.
4.Schedulea routine time to read.
Do this at least for the times you have nothing else
to do, such as when you're on the bus. That way, a
good book only entertains you but can also can help
you learn to read faster.
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15. 1.Begin your reading by looking at the pictures, or listening
to the music to get a feel for what you are going to be
reading about.
2.Start with titles, names, or other larger print items that
you may know or ever thought about.
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16. 3.Readthe page carefully. Don't rush, take your time. Most people
think that skimming the page(skimming means to just scan the
whole page and hardly take in a couple of words)is a way of fast
reading, but this is definitely not true.
Go through the details to comprehend the text as you read it. Have
an idea what you're reading about, not just reading and forgetting
or failing to grasp the contents.
4.Soundout each letteras best youcan and youwillnotice they form
somesort of word. Some letters fit together. For example, “th" is
not pronounced as t + h, but rather as one unit. This is called a
‘phoneme'. Pay attention to the stresses in words.
Listen to audio books and follow the text at the same time. This can
aid good pronunciation and word recognition. Menu
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17. 1.Readas much as you are able. When you start getting bored or
need a break, take one. Reading should be fun and enjoyable,
don't force it. After your break, return to where you were, and
continue.
2.Rereadthe material. It is okay to reread something if you do
not understand it fully the first time.
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18. 4.Memorizea text. Read that portion out in front of a mirror, out loud.
Memorizing can improve your confidence with reading.
3.Usecontext clues to findouta word'smeaning. Context clues are
when a person figures out the meaning of a word by seeing how the
word was used in a sentence. For example, you were reading the
following sentence and wanted to know what 'pessimist' means: My
mother is always happy and optimistic, the total opposite of my
brother, the pessimist. So from the sentence, you can gather that
'pessimist' means the opposite of happy, so pessimist means being
moody and angry. Good, experienced readers always use context
clues! If you find a word that you're totally stumped on, use the
dictionary! If you want to save time and the hassle of turning pages,
go to the online dictionary.
Next
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19. 5.Reread. If you don't understand what you are reading, read over the sentence(s) again. Try
reading the words out loud to yourself. If you still don't understand something, ask a good
reader nearby to explain the sentence(s) to you, or simply pick up a book that is easier to read
and more appropriate to your reading level. Feel free to use your finger as a pointer. It will
keep your eyes focused on the line you are reading, improving your understanding.
6.Keep reading. Try to read as much as you can on your free time. Reading will help you in lots
of ways; your vocabulary will become larger and more sophisticated and you will notice your
grades change for the better in school. Have fun reading!
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20. Read out loudly to make sure that you are concentrating properly
and reading every word.
Have a good interest in the book you are reading.
Be calm and, take a deep breath for a few seconds before you start
to read.
To get the most comprehension, avoid laying down while reading.
 While reading in bed can help you relax and fall asleep, you can retain more
information by having a good posture while reading.
 For example, sitting straight up and keeping your feet flat on the floor can increase
your alertness.
Standing works better for some people. Some read while walking
on a treadmill or a track, exercising both the body and mind!
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21. Sitting in one position for a long time can make you sleepy or even
injured. Make sure you stretch before and during reading to keep
awake and comfortable.
Reading is addictive. With a little commitment everyday you may
find yourself in other times, places and worlds that you have never
dreamed.
Make sure you read something you enjoy, reading books you don't
enjoy may turn you away from reading more.
Reading in the dark can give you a headache, so ensure that you
have sufficient lighting before reading.
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