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The RIGHT Strategies Get the Job Done for Challenged Readers with ADHD and Others

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Laura Lurns Last updated · 1 min read
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Reading is at the core of the learning process, it is used when obtaining and reviewing materials on any subject. In order to become good readers, students must tailor their reading strategy to deal with different types of material. Improving reading comprehension is not just a task for students. Teachers can also support the learning process.

“Following the 5 strategies can help students read more quickly and effectively.

To get the most out of reading, students should follow five simple steps which range from previewing to paraphrasing. Teachers can also help students build their reading skills but employing different strategies that include vocabulary review and class discussions. Once students and teachers use these methods, students will not only improve reading skills but also come to love reading.

Key takeaways

  1. Students are not automatically good readers they need to be taught how to read different types of material. It is important for students to have different ways of dealing with different reading material.
  2. A good strategy for understanding any given text is to take it in different steps. At the beginning it is important to scan the text so that you get a basic idea and at the end it is important to summarize the text for yourself.
  3. Teachers, to help children develop good reading techniques devote class time to showing students these techniques. Also devote some time in class for discussion from students as well as time to practice these tips.
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