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CLASS No. 1 Types of Reading

This document outlines a course on Reading Techniques for English I at the National University of Engineering, focusing on developing reading skills essential for understanding texts related to students' majors. It covers the importance of reading, the stages of reading (pre-reading, through reading, and post-reading), and distinguishes between intensive and extensive reading methods. Additionally, it includes exercises to reinforce vocabulary and comprehension skills.

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CLASS No. 1 Types of Reading

This document outlines a course on Reading Techniques for English I at the National University of Engineering, focusing on developing reading skills essential for understanding texts related to students' majors. It covers the importance of reading, the stages of reading (pre-reading, through reading, and post-reading), and distinguishes between intensive and extensive reading methods. Additionally, it includes exercises to reinforce vocabulary and comprehension skills.

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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING

Recinto Universitario Pedro Araúz Palacio


ENGLISH I

FIRST SEMESTER

Melody Esther Rojas Aguilar


Grupo: 1E4-IND

Reading Techniques
UNIT I:

WEEK 1 - March 3RD to March 7TH 2024

Session No. 1

Objectives:

❖​ To develop the reading techniques that make easier the understanding of texts related to their
major.
❖​ To apply the reading techniques acquired to analyze written information regarding their degree
course.
❖​ To share the general knowledge acquired with their classmates by applying different types of
reading techniques, inside and outside the classroom, reinforcing social values.
Unit I: Technical Reading

CONTENTS OF UNIT I:

Content: Types of reading

As you already know, this course is focused on developing both


reading and writing skill so that you can obtain up to date
information about your degree. But let´s come up with a question,
what is reading? Let´s analyze the following definitions:

Reading is a comprehension process which involves word


recognition, comprehension, fluency and motivation. In this
dynamic process where the reader interacts with the text to
construct meanings, activating prior knowledge, using readings
strategies and adapting them to the reading situation.

"Reading" is the process of looking at a series of written symbols and getting meaning from them.
When we read, we use our eyes to receive written symbols (letters, punctuation marks and spaces)
and we use our brain to convert them into words, sentences and paragraphs that communicate
something to us.

But why is reading so important not only for college students but also for all people? Reading not
only makes you grow academically but also it increases your mental health. It makes your brain
more efficient creating new connections with new things you learn. Indeed, being a regular reader
will give you:
●​ better attainment to writing ability,
●​ better comprehension skills and understanding of grammar,
●​ a wider vocabulary,
●​ superior general knowledge,
●​ and a great confidence to understand different matters.

Stages of Reading
Unit I: Technical Reading
To read correctly, you have to divide the process into three stages, pre-reading, through reading
and post-reading. Of course, most people already do this unconsciously, so here you just will be
given a short explanation of what you need to do in every stage.

PRE-READING
In the pre-reading stage, a person prepares herself or himself
for the things that they are going to read. In addition,
according to research previewing the text can increase the
reader’s understanding and involvement with the text. A
preview of the text can be given with the title of the text, a
picture or any other hint that makes the readers know what
the text is about.

THROUGH READING
During this stage, you have to focus on getting important
details from the text to understand clearly the purpose and
meaning of the information given. It helps you to get the
universal meaning of the whole text.

POST READING
In this simply go to the pre-reading stages and try to fill the
gaps that you make according to your assumption. In addition,
prepare a detailed sketch of what you have learned and
compare it with prediction. In this stage you can consolidate
what you read making evaluation of the text, discussing the
content with other readers, or teaching other the new
knowledge you gained.

Types of reading

Another important aspect to point out is the distinction of the readings according on the purpose
the reader is engaged with a text.

1. There are two different methods of reading an intensive and


extensive methods. 2. The intensive method is a slow, careful reading.
3. We observe especially the structure of the foreign language, and the
use of words. 4. The extensive method is a rapid reading of much easy
material .5. We attempt to assimilate the principal ideas rapidly and
completely. 6. The principal problems are vocabulary and sentence
structure.7. Here are 3 suggestions in order to help the reader to solve
the problems:
❖​ We read the text rapidly to obtain the general meaning. To know the principal ideas, help to
understand difficult details. We can mark difficult parts and words. We use the dictionary only
when it is absolutely necessary.
❖​ We read again the difficult parts. To obtain the meaning, we observe the use of the new words
and the relation of them.
❖​ We read the text again, with normal rapidity.
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1.​ To learn to read a foreign language fluently is a long process.9. Constant practice is
necessary.10. To read technical texts fluently helps the professional to know the developments
and the process in the corresponding area.

Extensive reading involves understanding large quantities of material, directly and fluently. It may
include read simple for pleasure without guidance and at your own level-pace. It is when you read
a novel or a book as a pastime.
Intensive reading: is used to practice specific strategies or skills such as:

●​ Predict determine what you thing will happen in the text. Use the title, text and illustration to
help you.
●​ Visualize Create mental images of the characters sitting and events in the text.
●​ Questions Stop and ask yourself questions to see if the text make sense. Reread the text if you
need more information.
●​ Connect think about what you already know about the text. Find ways to relate the text to
yourself, other text and the world around you.
●​ Identify determine the author ‘s purpose. Find the important details, main idea, and the
themes of the text.
●​ Infer use clues in the text and your own knowledge to fill in the gaps and draw conclusions.
●​ Evaluate think about the text as a whole and form opinions about what you read

How can be reading?


Reading can be silent (in our head) or aloud (so that other people can hear).

Why do we Read?
You probably know that even in your own language reading is regarded as important because it can
be entertaining and educational, can open up new worlds and enrich your life, and can improve
hand-eye co-ordination and enhance social skills.

Reading is an essential skill for language learners. When your reading skills
improve, your listening, speaking and writing skills improve too. Here are
some of the specific reasons why English learners are encouraged to read in
English: The constant repetition of words and patterns in reading helps you
learn and remember vocabulary and grammar structures.

✔​Reading helps you become familiar with the rhythm of English. Over time,
it will start to feel natural and you will notice when a sentence or phrase
doesn't seem right.
✔​Unlike conversation, reading is something you can do on your own.

✔​Reading is not expensive, often free.


Unit I: Technical Reading
✔​Good reading skills can improve your other language skills. You need to learn to read before you
can write.
✔​Reading is the best way to learn and remember the proper spelling of words.

✔​Listening as you read aloud can help you improve your pronunciation skills.

Learning Activities No. 1

Exercise 1: Enriching your vocabulary: Complete the exercises about the vocabulary presented in
the text read.

a.​ Knowledge 1.​ ___e____ more words

b.​ Meaning 2.​ ___g____ the process of interpreting text

c.​ Reading 3.​ ___c____ interactive process with a text

d.​ readings strategies 4.​ ___d____ Explicit actions that help readers translate print to
meaning.
e.​ Wider vocabulary
5.​ ___a____ different things you know
f.​ Reading situation
6.​ ___f____ a specific context in a text
g.​ comprehension process
7.​ ___b____ what a word represents

Exercise 2: From the section Stages of Reading. Answer T (true) or F (false) besides the sentences
according to the information.

1.​ Most of us cover the reading stages automatically. ___T________


2.​ A pre-reading helps us prepare to understand the text. ___T_____
3.​ A picture about of the text can be a type of pre-reading. ____T_____
4.​ In the stage of through reading, we try to understand the meaning of the whole text. T
5.​ In the post reading, we consolidate our understanding of the information. ____T____
6.​ Teaching others is a good way to apply the post reading stage. ____T_____

Exercise 3: From the section types of Answer the following questions.

1.​ What are the two methods of reading, described on this text?

Intensive and extensive

2.​ What is the difference between intensive and extensive reading?


Unit I: Technical Reading
In intensive reading, the person reads slowly, attentively and in detail, while in extensive
reading, one reads quickly and without going into detail.

3.​ What are the main problems while reading a foreign language?

Comprehension and meaning of what is said.

Exercise 4: From the section why do we read? Complete the sentences.

1.​ Reading can be _silent_____________ and ____loud____________.


2.​ Reading is important because it can be __entertainig_______ and __educational______
3.​ When you read you can improve enrich your life , hand-eye co-ordination and enhance social
skills, too.
4.​ When you repeat words patterns in readings helps you to learn and remember
____vocabulary_______ and ______grammar___________ structures.

✵​ Independent Study
Watch the following video and write in your notebook the benefits of reading

​ Why Reading Is Important


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbCJqdrzwcE&t=0s
Unit I: Technical Reading

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