Jane Oakhill

Becoming a skilled reader

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ISBN 13:
9780631157762
author:
Jane Oakhill
format:
Paperback
publisher:
John Wiley & Sons
language:
English
Publication Year:
1988
Pages:
220
Dimensions:
22.7 x 15.5 x 1.4 centimetres (0
Genre:
Nonfiction, Psychology, Cognitive,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£40.84

Description

Becoming a Skilled Reader by Jane Oakhill and Alan Garnham explores the psychology behind reading comprehension. It delves into how children learn to read, distinguishing between word decoding and comprehension issues. The authors examine the skills of fluent adult readers and discuss the development of children's language from age five onwards. The book surveys psychological research on how children understand text, highlighting differences between good and poor comprehenders. A chapter on educational implications follows, discussing how comprehension problems can be identified and addressed through professional aids, training, and remediation. This book provides valuable insights into the complexities of reading comprehension, offering practical guidance for parents, educators, and anyone interested in supporting children's literacy development.

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