Reading Goal Analysis

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Associate Level Material Appendix F Reading Strategies Worksheet Identify two reading goals, one short-term and one long-term. * Long-term reading goal: Expanding my vocabulary Short-term reading goal: Creating flash cards Write a 100- to 150-word response to each of the following questions: * How do you currently approach the weekly readings in the course? I approach the weekly readings by making sure that I am in a quiet area where I have no distractions. There are specific times during the day that I like to get my readings done because I am more focused and absorb more of the material. I will skim the chapter to get an idea of what it is about and also to see if I can read it all in one sitting, or if I need to…show more content…
I am able to concentrate better if the television, computer, and cell phone are turned off. Another suggestion would be to use flash cards to help study and built up my vocabulary. I can get my friends and family involved and they may also be able to add some new words to their vocabulary. The third suggestion I will use is incorporating the new vocabulary words into daily conversations with friends and family. If I am having a conversation in person or by email, I will understand the meaning by using the words in my everyday life. How might this plan help you accomplish your reading goals? This plan will help me accomplish my goals by building my vocabulary, helping me to be more focused with my studies, and will have more knowledge about many different topics. Adding more words to my vocabulary is beneficial to me because I will be able to understand more of what my family, friends and co-workers are talking about. It will also help me with my studies, and also when I have to write a paper or presentation. I would like to be able to remain focused so I can get the most out of the material. Using flash cards is a great tool to use that will assist me in retaining more
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