TOPIC: Realignment! Repositioning the role of Background knowledge in Developing Proficiency in Reading Comprehension
DURATION: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (3 hours)
FACILITATOR: Ms. Sharon Warner
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION:
This workshop is an exploration of the use of Background Knowledge in promoting comprehension of texts. It explores the use of game-based learning to develop reading comprehension.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the end of the workshop participants should be able to:
- Explain the concept of Background Knowledge.
- Clarify the concept of reading comprehension.
- Illuminate ways of building background knowledge.
- Use games adeptly to develop comprehension skills.
TARGET GROUP: Primary school teachers, teacher trainees.
MATERIALS: laptop