What Is Accuracy In Reading

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Language acquisition is a process that engages different skills and is therefore influenced by them. Reading, which is among the four main language skills, is considered to be influential in this process in many ways. In my opinion, it is one of the best contributors to the journey of learning a new language and although its advantages seem to be exclusive to reading comprehension, it involves other skills to a high degree as well. Reading Resources Benefits of Reading Speaking Skills Reading as a Way to Master Speaking Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Faezeh C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Navigating the delicate balance between fostering language fluency and ensuring grammatical accuracy poses a perennial challenge in ESL classrooms. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the nuanced world of error correction strategies, exploring how educators can address language errors effectively while nurturing the fluency and confidence of their students. From distinguishing between errors and mistakes to crafting a three-stage correction process, join us on a journey through practical methods and considerations for creating a supportive and growth-oriented learning environment in ESL settings. Errors or Mistakes? Are You Working on Accuracy or Fluency? Correction Process: Self-correction Peer correction Teacher...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This reading response worksheet is ideal for practicing story elements, reading strategies, comprehension, text connection, author study, vocabulary work and so much more!     Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun reading comprehension for your EFL students this Halloween.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a reading comprehension worksheet about technology for ESL students.     Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This worksheet is designed to practice vocabulary and reading comprehension on daily activities.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a printable worksheet for reading comprehension. The students revise the verb "to be" in the present simple and prepositions of place.   Read the text and write the missing words (is or are). Think about what present could be in the box and write it down. Students may also color the picture when they have completed the worksheet.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun reading comprehension for your EFL students this Halloween.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun reading comprehension for your EFL students this Halloween.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun worksheet for reading comprehension. The students read the two texts and answer questions about the animals.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas One of the most valuable human attributes is imagination. An active and healthy imagination can be inspired by many things. One of the most significant inspirations behind a lively imagination is reading. Alternatively, an image can contribute to valuable characteristics, such as bravery, dignity, and leadership. Reading can introduce people to comprehension, vocabulary, new places, languages, cultures, ideas, perspectives, information, words, and sentences. Speaking and reading are great ways to learn new words of another language, as well as learn how to structure those new words in a sentence. Reading in childhood Teenage reading Reading in adulthood Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A book is an important source of knowledge and "knowledge is power". There is no doubt that reading is beneficial to everyone. Shakespeare said, "Book is the nourishment of the world, life without books, as if the earth without sunshine; wisdom without books, just as birds without winds". Reading builds a good foundation to improve both speaking and writing skills since the more we read the more vocabulary we have available for us to use when we speak or write. This way we could better express our thoughts. Also, the more we read, the broader our knowledge base, and thus the more resources we have when we are dealing with problems. Francis Bacon said, "Reading gives a person with pleasure, give a person with light, give a person with the ability",...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Reading comprehension is a crucial skill for ESL (English as a Second Language) students to develop. As teachers, it is essential to select appropriate resources and employ effective techniques to maximize the benefits of reading activities in the classroom. In this blog post, we will explore various types of reading materials, discuss strategies to improve reading comprehension skills, and highlight the importance of integrating discussions into the learning process. Types of Reading Materials Authentic Materials: Non-Authentic Materials: Strategies for Improving Reading Comprehension Skills Skimming and Scanning: Summarizing: Predicting: Discussing: Conclusion Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles:...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here is a fun Easter-themed reading comprehension exercise for your ESL students.   Have your students read the Easter story and answer the questions below.    Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun worksheet to practice description and the present simple tense.     Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas As a part of receptive skills, reading is so important that children start to read both English and Chinese books at the very beginning of their lives. Reading is a beneficial way to learn English well, especially for young learners. They can accumulate more and more vocabulary as well as the way native speakers communicate with each other by reading various kinds of books. As we all know reading a good book just like talking with a great author. Personal Teaching Experience Reading Techniques Parents' Help Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Xiangnan G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Here I...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun reading comprehension and vocabulary worksheet about Thanksgiving.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here are six poems about spring with gap-fill exercises on this EFL worksheet.   Print out this ESL worksheet and have your students read the six poems about spring either individually or as a class. Next, work on the gap-fill exercises and correct any mistakes.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Read Elizabeth's description of her daily routine and answer the questions below.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a quick beginner reading comprehension about Sam and his family. The students read the short text and answer YES or NO questions about the story.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! A reading comprehension activity with 3 exercises: finding synonyms, using those words in context and a TRUE/FALSE one   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This Mayflower reading comprehension passage is the perfect activity to do with your ESL students this Thanksgiving.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun ESL worksheet for young English students. Have the students read the sentences and color in the pictures with the correct colors.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas As we know in any case when we are going to teach a new language, it is really important to pay attention to some particular skills, that is the root of the language. Types of Skills Types of Reading Approach to Reading Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Gevorg S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. These skills are receptive skills and productive skills. Reading is one of the basic skills of learning a new language. And first of all, I would like to define reading. The process of reading a printed text louder or silently is called reading. For readers, it is important to know and understand the...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The above is a topic that I want to particularly used to teaching reading to young learners. There are some points given below, they are. 1. Use songs and nursery rhymes to build phonemic awareness 2. Make simple word cards at home 3. Engage your child in a print-rich environment 4. Play word games at home or in the car 5. Understand the core skills involved in teaching kids to read 6. Play with magnet letters 7. Harness the power of technology to keep your child engaged Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Angeline J. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Children's songs and nursery rhymes aren't...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas It is well-known that when we learn any language, listening, speaking, reading and writing are all important during language learning. Why do we learn a language the final goal is to communicate with others. Today I'd like to talk about the importance of learning reading and listening. The reasons for reading and listening can be contributed to the following parts. Firstly, we may read or listen for a particular aim or goal. Secondly, we may for entertainment, such as listening to their favorite songs and so on. Listen to this blog post: Ways to Learn Anticipated Problems Personal Experience Forming Good Habits Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Yajun...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Children usually prioritize their joy and prefer rewarding activities. They are more interested in reading when it is rewarding and beneficial to them. Interestingly, children learning a second language find it easier to learn reading compared to those who are learning to read for the first time. This is because young second language (L2) learners have already experienced that reading can be interesting and entertaining. By making reading in a second language interesting, students are likely to be motivated. Text Difficulty and Vocabulary Support Setting Achievable Reading Goals Tailoring Reading Material to Children's Interests Reading and Writing as Positive Activities Empowering Children's Choice in Reading Engaging Activities to...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Reading it's a skill which we learn when we are children. Some children learn to read before they start to join the elementary school, it depends on parents always. But how we can instill a love for reading in children? Parents Role Reading Activities For The Classroom Benefits of Reading Do you want to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Radka S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Parents should read a children's books since childhood like this the relationship between parents and a child become stronger, the child gets to know emotions by reading books and it becomes a favorite activity of a child...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun and different way to read a text with an interesting topic. Would you be able to live without money? Read and find out how this person managed.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This test is all about human rights. The text is about 3 women that won the Nobel Peace Prize   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]