Reading Comprehension

Reading comprehension is the ability to understand, interpret, and critically evaluate written texts. It involves decoding words, recognizing sentence structures, and making inferences based on context and prior knowledge. In language education, reading comprehension is a key skill that supports overall language proficiency. Teaching reading comprehension involves strategies such as predicting, questioning, summarizing, and visualizing to help learners engage with texts and improve their understanding. Effective reading comprehension instruction enhances learners' ability to read for meaning, purpose, and enjoyment.