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LEARNING TO LEARN: BECOMING A SELF -GROWER 303
EXPERIENCE 10: READING FOR LEARNING
Reading for Learning
WHY
Most individuals set much lower expectations for what they learn during reading than is actually possible.
The reading process can be closely connected to the learning process, and thus the quality and depth of
knowledge construction can be impressive when reading. Every day we read for learning and are satisfied
with merely gathering information when in fact we could be quickly applying the increased knowledge
that can result from reading for learning into our lives.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES This learning activity will teach you to:
1. Integrate five components in a quality learning environment: Reading Methodology, Learning Process
Methodology, Levels of Knowledge Clarity, Cognitive Domain Learning Skills, and Levels of Learner
Knowledge.
2. Link the steps of the Reading Methodology to the steps of the Learning Process Methodology
3. Use a Reading Log to increase the performance in reading for learning
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA If you successfully complete this activity, you will be able to:
Produce a very effective reading performance
• Comprehensive Reading Log documenting every step of the reading process
• High-quality inquiry questions that produce significant understanding and meaning
• Summary and integration of new knowledge is contextualized in your life
MODEL
Student applications of the Reading Methodology (in the reading)
Sample completed Reading Logs (in the reading)
RESOURCES
Reading Log
Levels of Knowledge Clarity, Reading Methodology, Learning Process Methodology
Classification of Learning Skills: Cognitive Domain
PLAN
1. Review the reading for this experience. Also review the Classification of Learning Skills, Cognitive
Domain (from Experience 1) and the Levels of Learner Knowledge (from Experience 2).
2. Review the Learning Process Methodology and the Levels of Knowledge Clarity (contained within
this activity).
3. Answer the Critical Thinking Questions.