Reading Comprehension Paper (50 points)
Based on readings from the text and your class discussion, what strategies are you planning to implement to improve reading comprehension? Address each of the areas below:
- List specific examples of YOUR strengths and weaknesses in the area of reading a college textbook?
- What strategies will help you improve your concentration and focus while reading?
- Discuss in your own words, the three (3) steps of active reading outlined in you text.
- What did you learn about approaching different types of reading assignments (e.g., how to read for math/science, journals, work)?
• Remember to use the following to help organize: you need an introduction, a body (where you address the above questions), and a conclusion.
• You need supporting information for each of your points. Be focused in your ideas and provide supporting evidence (examples) where appropriate.
• You have 4 areas to discuss, (see questions above). Be clear with each of your paragraphs; avoid repeating the same idea(s) over and over again. This paper should be at least 2 pages in length.
• Check your grammar, words usage and other mechanics. There is no excuse for misspelled words in a final exam paper in WORD. Word lets you know if you have misspelled something! Double check and read it out loud to yourself.
This paper is to be submitted on to MOODLE in the assignment box labeled “Reading Comp Paper”
Grading Criteria: Use Rubric to grade. Give students the rubric attached here. Remind them of their individual problems on last writing assignment.
This essay is graded based on the content of the paper and the addressing of material covered. How well are the 4 points of the assignment addressed? How is the writing in terms of the 1st essay and outlined below:
• Is it well organized (intro, body, conclusion)?
• Is it focused on the purpose?
• Is it concise and clear or choppy and irrelevant?
• Is the terminology and word choice appropriate?
• Are the mechanics (spelling, grammar, etc.) a problem?
RUBRIC FOR READING COMPREHENSION ESSAY follows on next page:
Reading Comprehension Paper Rubric - 2nd Reflective Essay
Recognizes and articulates strengths and weaknesses Did not submit
0 points Little indication of knowledge of personal strengths and weaknesses
7 points Addresses some specific strengths and weaknesses but generally vague or unclear.
8 points Indicates some insightful knowledge of personal strengths and weaknesses
9 points Clear, insightful understanding of personal strengths and weaknesses addressed
10 points
Strategies to improve reading concentration and focus Did not submit