Reading Comprehension: WHY MEASURE AUTOMATICITY AND FLUENCY?

Why Automacity and Fluency is measured in education

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May 4 , 2010

Abstract

In every reading lesson , there are various ways in which a teacher measures the level of comprehension . Some of the guidelines used in measurement are automaticity and fluency . Automaticity is the way in which a learner develops the unconscious speed after being fluent . In this process , he is able to understand more , other than focusing on reading of vocabulary only . This will discuss the two concepts with a clear of

a theoretical analysis on automaticity There are very many reasons why the two concepts are measured , which will also be brought out clearly in the essay . Additionally , the importance of fluency and automaticity is also revealed . It is therefore very necessary for teachers and students to understand that the two concepts are very beneficial for every learner so that they can comprehend more difficult work as they progress in learning . Otherwise there would be a lot of problems in relation to learning as they progress to higher grades , and even at the college level , since they lacked proper orientation and foundation

Why Automacity and Fluency is measured in education

Introduction

In any classroom context , especially for young learners , it is necessary for the teacher to ensure that all the students develop the skills of fluency and automacity in all subjects . The academic performance of a child will only be good if the child has good skills in reading . Therefore , the...