Reading Comprehension
“reading and literature are not separate from who you’re becoming as a person”
Reading comprehension is one of the cornerstones of student success, impacting nearly every subject and essential skill area. As teachers, we know that understanding what’s read goes far beyond decoding words; it’s about making meaning, connecting ideas, generating interest, and applying information. But comprehension isn’t always easy for students, and it requires intentional strategies to help them make sense of texts. Here are two episodes featuring reading comprehension as a central topic of conversation.
As you listen, we invite you to consider these questions:
How do these scholars suggest reading comprehension is taught and how is it taught at your site?
What role does the curriculum play in teaching reading comprehension?
What’s do you believe in the most important aspect when considering a students ability to comprehend text? How would you know?