Deep Reading: Theory and Practice
ESL Lesson PlansDeep Reading: Theory and Practice

Deep Reading: Theory and Practice

This ESL lesson plan on deep reading helps students practice thoughtful, reflective reading techniques. Beginning with a discussion of reading habits, the lesson explores what deep reading entails through a text analysis exercise. Students apply skills by marking true/false statements, summarizing paragraphs, and identifying vocabulary, enhancing their ability to reflect on complex ideas. The lesson closes with a reflective activity, where students evaluate the advantages and challenges of deep reading. Perfect for building critical reading skills and encouraging deep engagement with texts.

Skills

  • Can read articles and reports concerned with contemporary problems in which the writers adopt particular attitudes or viewpoints.
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Warm-up: Your reading habits

Discuss the questions with your tutor.
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How much do you read in daily life?
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Are you a quick or a slow reader? What does it depend on?
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How has technology changed the way we read books or articles today?
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What is deep reading? How often do you engage in it?
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Theory: What is deep reading?

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Practice: Give it a try!

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Glossary

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Reflection: Advantages and disadvantages