Structured Reading (5th Edition)
0136519776
9780136519775
Description:
The highly regarded, exceptionally effective approach of Structured Reading is grounded in psycholinguistic theory and based on the principle that readers improve their skills not by reading about reading, but rather by guided, hands-on experience with reading. Throughout the book readers encounter essays from books, magazines, and texts. They use this material to develop their critical thinking, reading, and vocabulary skills. Focuses on vocabulary, dictionary skills, and reading strategies that apply to texts, newspapers, and popular books. Provides information on the major skills of reading analytically and critically; reading speed; vocabulary building; context clues; and mapping for comprehension. For anyone wanting to further develop their reading skills.