2.3 Extensive Reading

• infer the meaning of words from contextual cues
• scan a variety of texts for specific information
• appreciate the importance of extensive reading in language development

“What strategies can you use to infer the meaning of words?”

“How can extensive reading help in language development?”

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1. Predicting word meanings from context in travel texts
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   Use context clues from different texts to predict word meanings and discuss interpretations with peers.
2. A classroom vocabulary journal
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Collaborate in creating a classroom vocabulary journal with definitions and examples of new words.
3. Scanning travel guides, newspapers and magazines
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Apply scanning techniques to locate specific details in travel guides, newspapers and magazines.
4. Skimming and scanning: choosing the best strategy
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Compare skimming and scanning and share the best strategies for extracting key information.
5. Summarising self-selected texts on bookings and reservations
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Summarise key details from self-selected reading materials related to bookings and reservations.
6. Sharing book reviews and recommendations online
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Share book reviews and recommendations from personal readings on digital platforms or blogs.
7. Reading widely across genres and keeping a reading log
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Select reading materials across genres, keep a reading log and reflect on vocabulary gained.
8. Organising a reading club and the benefits of extensive reading
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Organise a reading club to promote a reading culture and discuss how reading widely improves vocabulary, comprehension and language proficiency.