Communicative Use of Newspaper Texts in Classroom Reading: The Read-Ask-and-Tell Approach.

Wajnryb, Ruth

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Publication Date: 1988

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Communicative Use of Newspaper Texts in Classroom Reading: The Read-Ask-and-Tell Approach.

Wajnryb, Ruth

Reading in a Foreign Language, v4 n2 p107-18 Spr 1988

Describes a method of using newspaper articles in the English-language classroom called Read-Ask-and-Tell. The place of authentic materials in the classroom, including some of the pitfalls, are discussed. The Reading, Asking, and Telling components are outlined, and activities for consolidation and reinforcement of skills are suggested. Appendices contain sample articles. (Author/LMO)

Descriptors: Class Activities, Communicative Competence (Languages), English (Second Language), Newspapers, Reading Comprehension, Reading Skills, Second Language Instruction, Second Language Learning, Small Group Instruction, Speech Skills, Supplementary Reading Materials

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Language: English

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