F.A.Q.
Q. How is the lack of reading fluency related to dysfluent reading?
A. Reading fluency is the ability to read with speed, accuracy, and proper expression; it is of critical importance to reading comprehension. Dysfluent reading is the lack of reading fluency and manifests itself by slow, halting, and laborious reading. The reader applies all concentration to each word or word part using most cognitive resources to decode (read) the text. As a result, there is almost no cognitive resources left for the task of comprehending the text.
Q.What can be done to improve reading fluency?
A.Research suggests that repeated readings of the same passage improves reading fluency. Students should be encouraged to practice orally so that immediate, positive feedback can be given. The feedback allows the student to correct mispronounced words and to store correct neural information regarding the pronunciation and spelling of the word. This overall technique is called guided repeated oral reading and Dr. Lawless has used it successfully with many students with reading challenges