Communication Skills(2110002)

Reading fluency

ContributersSable Jigar (150280116098)Khandekha Vijay (150280116036)Bhanderi Harsh (150280116027) Panchal Arpit (150280116055)Patel Rakesh (150280116083)Katariya Vinay (150280116035)

IndexIntroductionSkimming ScanningIntensive ReadingExtensive ReadingSkimming v/s ScanningIntensive Reading v/s Extensive Reading

READING

FLUENCY

IntroductionReading fluency is an ability to read something

fast and accurately.This implies the understanding of the text not

in terms of apparent meaning but also implied meaning.

This involves multiple skills.When a reader reads something, s/he should be

able to decode and comprehend the individual words, phrases and sentences that s/he comes across.

Reading fluency is important as it connects decoding and comprehension.

Reading comprehension is a process.The reader constructs meaning by

synchronizing the previous knowledge and the content on the page.

Comprehension implies intentional thinking.

It means that the reader is able to make sense of the text as well as to use the information.

The more a reader reads, the better will be his/her reading comprehension.

SKIMMING

What is Skimming?It means to read a text rapidly to have an idea what

the text is all about.It is the basic level of understanding.one need to try

to understand each word but read a group of information.

It does not matter if the reader does not understand some of the words she/he has come across.

For Example, having a look at a newspaper to shortlist articles for a deeper reading.

Why ??To preview a more details reading to learn

the main division of ideas.To review something heavy in content to

make it easier to comprehend.

How??1. Do not skim everything at the same speed.2. Read the table of contents or chapter.3. Glance thought the main heading.4. Read the headings or charts and tables.5. Read the entire introductory paragraph and then

the first and last sentence only of each following paragraph.

6. Read the sentences with keywords indicated in boldface or italics.

7. Read the entire sentence if something significant is found.

8. Read chapter summaries when provide.9. Do not do word reading.

SCANNING

What is Scanning?It means to read a text rapidly to locate specific

information.For Example, using dictionary for a word or

looking for key phrases in a specific chapter .Academically, one may be looing for key

phrases or specific chapters to have an idea of what s/he is looking for . Thus ,scanning is really about deciding if a resource is going to be useful or not.

Why??To focus and find a particular fact.To locate appropriate materialTo know how the information is structured

before you start scanning is essential.

How??1. Use the content page and look for the

subheadings to have a general idea of its suitability.

2. Take note of information giving in the bold ,italic or in different font prints and colour used in it , if any

3. Look for specific words or key phrases.4. Use your finger/pen to help you find content.5. Mark key words.

INTENSIVE READING

What is Intensive Reading?This is rigorous ,serious or exhaustive

reading .it requires more time than skimming or

scanning.It is helpful in retaining learnt things . thus , reading a large amount of

information just before exam does not help one in the long run.

Why??To achieve higher level or understanding

and knowledge in the chosen field.To master the topic being read. To develop research skill.

How??1. Be clear about what you need and want to

read as well as how you read and want to read.2. Select the reading materials as per your

requirement and read very carefully understanding every word

3. Take notes while reading 4. Recall the content and try to elaborate it 5. Discuss , if possible the read content with

others.

Extensive Reading

What is Extensive Reading?Extensive reading is reading as much as

possible.It is reading for pleasure.When you are reading for pleasure, the

difficulty level should be such that you can read smoothly and quickly without looking up words in a dictionary or translating content into vernacular language.

Why??To get an opportunity to learn language in

context.To read in English and like it too.To increase reading fluency.To gain proficiency in writing and in oral

skills.To have better understanding of topics

read.

How??Choose the books/reading material depending

on your interests.Read it in the classroom, at home or in the

library.Read it individually and silently.Start and stop at will and read at the speed you

are comfortable with.Share the summary of the text either orally or

in a written form.

Skimming v/s ScanningSKIMMING SCANNING

Fast reading, get main idea not all details.

Reading technique used when you want to locate a single fact or specific bit of information without reading every word.

Comprehension is lower , try to comprehend as much as you can while reading at an average speed.

Phone directory when you want to see a show.

Twice as fast Fast way to find information.Comprehend 50% of what you are reading.

Must be accurate in terms of finding a specific TV show or phone.

Usually done with material you know nothing about.

Often done with material that you know something about.

Note : As speed increases, comprehension decreases.

Example : telephone directory you already know the name of the person.

INTENSIVE V/S EXTENSIVEINTENSIVE EXTENSIVE

The teacher chooses. The learner chooses.May be difficult. Easy.

One reading may be short. Lots of pages.Try to understand all details. Understand general meaning.

Difficult and new words. Easy words you know.Slow. Fast.