OVERVIEW:
This unit explores the theory and practice of teaching reading skills. It covers why and how people read, differences between L1 and L2 reading, and reading skills versus strategies. Topics include intensive vs. extensive reading, active reading, and lesson design. Exam practice and mock tests focus on Paper 1 tasks, emphasising terminology and teaching strategies.
KEY CONTENT:
Reading processes, historical perspectives, learner challenges, lesson planning, and testing reading.
EXAM LINK:
Prepares for Paper 1, Tasks 1–3 (terminology, reading comprehension).
UNIT 1: RECEPTIVE SKILLS: READING
1. Unit Aims
2. Exam Practice
3. Books
4. Introduction
5. Your Beliefs About Reading
6. Why & How Do People Read?
7. A Brief Historical Perspective
8. What Does Effective Reading Involve for Any Reader?
9. What Affects Our Students’ English-Speaking Ability?
10. Current Issues in Teaching Reading
11. Reading Skills Vs Reading Strategies
12. L1 & L2 Reading
13. The Relationship Between Language & Skills
14. Extensive Vs Intensive Reading
15. A Note on Terminology
16. Active Reading
17. Terminology Review
18. Teaching & Testing Reading
19. Reading Lessons
20. Reading In the Classroom
21. Worksheet
22. Mastering Receptive Skills
23. Additional Tasks
24. Summary
25. Mock Test: Reading Skills
26. Tasks On Receptive Skills: Reading
27. Tests