Adolescent Literacy
Instruction
Before, During, and After Reading Information
Simple steps to promoting strong reading behaviors
Before Reading
- Access or build prior knowledge.
- Establish a purpose for reading.
- Focus attention on appropriate and important information.
During Reading
- Encourage active reading.
- Provide a format for taking organized notes on essential information.
- Provide opportunities for the use of higher-order thinking skills.
After Reading
- Provide a summary.
- Promote self-questioning.
- Evaluate comprehension of important information.