Introduction to Reading Comprehension

Active reading is nothing more than mindset. It all depends on the attitude you have.

• Before you start reading, try keeping a dictionary, note paper, pen/pencils and highlighter in hand.

• Read with a positive approach and a open mind.

• Reading Comprehension means understanding an idea of a text in its wholeness.

“Reading is a complex communicative process in which a reader receives inputs through the physical process of reading, followed by decoding and understanding the text, analysis and finally a proper response."

Follow the given steps to understand the process of reading.

• Decoding: Ability to recognize words accurately and their meaning and pronunciation. E.g. Read letters and focuses to change the coded message into information.

• Comprehending: Identification of the central theme, main ideas, supporting details and writing patterns. E.g. The Reader interprets the message and understands its literal meaning.

• Text Analysis: Process of identifying relationships among different units within the text in order to distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information and draw inferences and conclusions.

• Response: Our response to a text depends on correct understanding and evaluation of the text.

Here are some tips for effective reading:

1. Basic familiarity with language being used.

2. Know the visual shapes of words, sound and pronunciation of each word and its meaning.

3. Have knowledge of grammar of that language.

4. Develop the ability to read at different speeds, skip and skim when required.

Dont’s in Reading

1. moving your head, instead of eyes from side to side

2. Indicate words on a page with finger or something like pen or pencil

3. Notice one word at a time while reading

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