Assignment

1. What is interpretative reading ?
Speakers may read any published written work that is age appropriate and acceptable for use in a public school classroom. Examples may include: children’s stories, poetry, essays, speeches, articles, and excerpts from novels that stand alone. Political and religious advocacy is not appropriate.In addition to introducing themselves, the speaker should demonstrate knowledge about the reading selection by describing the title, the author, the characters, the purpose or setting of the writing, and any other introductory information that might enhance the understanding of the piece by the audience. The reading should be completed with a short conclusion that will leave a vivid memory of the selection in the minds of the audien
2. What is affective reading ?
Effective Reading is a topic-based 4-level course designed to develop strong reading skills.
By drawing on research into the competencies and skills that make good readers, Effective Reading incorporates motivational texts, extensive practice and dictionary work, teaching young adult and adult learners the essential skills they need to become good readers.
3. What is the difference between both types of reading ?
The first distinction that can be made is whether the reading is oral or silent. This web page will not deal with oral reading, only silent reading.
Within the category of silent reading, one encounters intensive and extensive reading.  Intensive reading is used to teach or practice specific reading strategies or skills. The text is treated as an end in itself.  Extensive reading on the other hand,  involves reading of large quantities of material, directly and fluently.  It is treated as a means to an end. It may include reading reading simply for pleasure or reading technical, scientific or professional material. This later type of text, more academic, may involve two specific types of reading, scanning for key details or skimming for the  essential meaning.   A relatively quick and efficient read, either on its own or after scanning or skimming, will give a global or general meaning.
4. Why do student need to learn English reading ?
1. To be able to study at the Master’s degree level in an English speaking country
2. It’s an advantage or required to get a job in their country. If they want to work for an international company this is often a huge advantage for them
3. To move to another country
4. Because they want to travel and English is spoken by many people in most countrie