Overview

Proficient readers use a variety of strategies before, during, and after reading to help them comprehend and appreciate written texts.  In this module, we will learn about reading actively and recursively and also apply a variety of strategies to improve vocabulary, which is an essential foundation for reading comprehension.

Review this video discussing before, during, and after reading strategies.

Learning Objectives

After successfully completing this module, you should be able to:

  1. Apply effective reading strategies used by proficient readers before, during, and after reading text.
  2. Explore attitudes about academic writing.
  3. Explain the elements of the writing process.