Boosting Comprehension: Engaging Strategies for Teaching Reading

Authors

  • Basanta Raj Dhakal PhD candidate in English Education at the Graduate School of Education, Tribhuvan University, Nepal

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3126/jonk.v2i1.69658

Keywords:

reading comprehension, critical thinking, prior knowledge, questioning, making connection

Abstract

Reading unlocks the doors to knowledge, imagination, and empathy. It is a gateway to knowledge to transform learners’ potential. Employing purposive sampling, this qualitative case study investigates engaging strategies to enhance reading comprehension based on semi-structured interviews and non-participant classroom observations of three basic level teachers. Five key themes emerged from the qualitative analysis of data: Activating prior knowledge, posing thought-provoking questions, summarizing key points, encouraging predictions, and fostering personal connections. These strategies were found to promote active reading, suggesting potential for wider implementation. Future research should examine their long-term impact on achievement and effectiveness in diverse settings.

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Published

2024-09-10

How to Cite

Dhakal, B. R. (2024). Boosting Comprehension: Engaging Strategies for Teaching Reading. Journal of NELTA Koshi (JoNK), 2(1), 64–75. https://doi.org/10.3126/jonk.v2i1.69658

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