Test a group of eighth graders who speak English at home. Is their Reading Comprehension better than non-English speakers?

The emerging answer is that yes, young teens seem to be reading less and enjoying reading less. But the decline in book reading might not be the main culprit in our national comprehension problem. And ...

Reading comprehension requires teachers to integrate the vocabulary—often domain-specific words and concepts related to the content—into their teaching of the text.

Recent STAAR test results show that while Texas students increased literacy rates slightly, nearly half of students in third ...

Now she’s turned her attention to the other aspect of reading: comprehension, or—as the documentary is titled—"what the words say.” As always, Hanford’s reporting makes for great listening.

But there’s another aspect of reading—comprehension—that is equally crucial, and teacher training in that area is even more problematic. Newsletters Games Share a News Tip. Featured.

3. Break reading assignments into "do-able doses," as time allows. Be realistic about the amount of reading a student can effectively complete in a given time allotment. 4. Keep in mind the process ...

Sampled students in the eighth grade across the country are tested for math and reading comprehension on the National Assessment of Educational Progress, which the U.S. Department of Education ...