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#5 2023 Countdown: Ep. 157: Reading Comprehension Blueprint with Nancy Hennessy

Melissa & Lori Love Literacy ™

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The Complexity of Comprehension

Comprehension is a complex behavior described as extracting and constructing meaning, which is the result of multiple skills and knowledge. It goes beyond a single skill or strategy, as it involves complexity in teaching and understanding, and is not something that can be necessarily taught but rather something that students can be guided to think about and construct. Skilled readers may find it effortless, but it actually requires a great deal of energy and thought for many readers. In order to teach comprehension effectively, it is important to understand its complexity.

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