Comprehension reading is the process by which the reader not only recognizes the words and sentences of a text, but also understands their meaning and the thoughts and ideas behind them.
Meaning Reading for comprehension in different contexts
It is about understanding the text as a whole and processing the information in a way that allows for a deeper, substantive discussion.
- In mathematics, reading comprehension is essential for correctly understanding word problems and problems. It helps learners to filter out the relevant information, understand mathematical relationships and analyze the problems correctly. Without this understanding, solving skills could be impaired because the ability to recognize and interpret important information is lacking.
2. Reading comprehension is also very important in the context of news and media. Adults who read news comprehension are better able to distinguish the essential information in an article, make critical assessments and differentiate between facts and opinions. This is especially essential in times of fake news and distorted reporting in order to make informed decisions and form one's own opinion.
Methods for practicing with children
1. After reading a text, ask specific questions that not only test pure factual knowledge, but also include questions about comprehension and interpretation. For example: "Why did the main character do this?" or "What do you think will happen next?"
2. After reading, have children write a short summary of the text. This helps them to grasp the main ideas and restate them in their own words, which promotes deeper understanding.
3. Work with the children on difficult or unknown words. Explaining these terms and placing them in the context of the text will help deepen their understanding.
4. Show children different reading strategies, such as emphasizing important passages, reading aloud, making hypotheses while reading, and using contextual information to understand unfamiliar words.
5. Encourage discussion of the text and let children take on different roles to take on the perspectives of the characters. This strengthens empathy and understanding of the characters' motivations and actions.
These methods help children not only learn to read, but also understand what they read and thus develop the ability to process information critically and reflectively.
It is important not to overwhelm your child, otherwise he or she may lose interest in reading forever!