Rabu, 18 Mei 2016

 Randai is minangkabau's culture
English reading 
ESL Reading Comprehension
ESL reading comprehension is important for all new English learners. To understand the basics of everyday life—from newspapers to job applications—a person will need to gain adequate English reading skills. Once you begin looking for information—you will find there are a variety of great resources to help you choose the best stories for ESL reading along with practice questions that help you comprehend the information.

Reading for ESL students is one of the first skills needed to begin enjoying life in your new situation. There are a variety of stories available that will not only be interesting and easy to read but they will also help you understand different types of grammar and vocabulary. Basic ESL reading questions may include "who is the main character" or "what is the setting of the story?" Once you gain English reading skills that allow you to answer these questions accurately your language development will be right on track.

The great thing about ESL reading comprehension stories are the varying levels for beginners and more advanced readers. Many of the short stories will include topics that are relevant to every day life. There are stories about driving a car and going shopping and even meeting new people. Once you have read the stories you may be able to complete vocabulary exercises and grammar activities to help you with your English reading skills. With so much variety to choose from—you do not need to worry about getting bored or not finding something enticing to read. Just jump in and begin a story and practice reading for ESL comprehension.

English reading skills will help you get along in the community where you live. You may even be able to help your friends with their ESL reading comprehension and practice your skills together. It is important to understand what you are reading—whether it is a story in the newspaper or a document from a government agency. Once you have acquired this skill you will feel great about your accomplishment.

source: http://www.5minuteenglish.com/esl-reading-comp.htm taken on 18 may 2016

Selasa, 17 Mei 2016

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source : http://www.newschool.edu/m/matesol/?source=google&gclid=CO2fmtyA48wCFRSVvQod-1gP9Q taken on 18 may 2016