PROVE to me that you can READ: A guide to interacting with new information

1. PROVEto me that you can READ:A guide to interacting with new information Thinking and Interacting with your Reading. A quick concise guide to help students gather, think about, and make connections with Non-Fiction Information.

2. Step 1: Preview the Reading • Look at all TEXT FEATURES • Title(s) • Headings/Sub-headings • Introduction (if any) • Every 1st sentence in each paragraph • Vocabulary/Visuals/Graphics/Side Bars • Every last sentence in each paragraph • Summary (if any)

3. Step 2: Read the Literature • This is the most important step. • Yes, you have to read the document, article, textbook chapter/section, etc. • You will have to read it at least three times. • First time is to introduce the information • Second time is to read for the main points • Third time is to read for the details • As you read look for the “A-HA” moment

4. Step 3: Organize Information • Defineallvocabulary and write them down on index cards or on paper (learning style). • Make Title, Heading, and Sub-Heading cards. • Group vocabulary based on what they have in common. • Label the groups • Create a concept map using the vocabulary and Title, Heading, and Sub-Heading cards.

5. Step 4: Validate/Verify Information • Once cards and concepts maps are made, write the narrative to explain what the map is telling you (fill in the examples and details). • Share and read your narrative with a partner or group using the concept map as the visual for the member(s) to follow as they listen. • Have a discussion or Q and A session on the information presented.

6. Step 5: Edit or Change Understanding • Keep notes on the discussion or sharing session. • Use the notes to enhance, change, or explain further the information you have gathered • Use the cards, groups, connections, narratives, and sharing notes to study for any upcoming tests or quizzes. • Continue to update as you study.