The article describes what reading is, what types it is divided into, why it is necessary, and the classification is given from a cultural and scientific point of view.
Ancient times
With the development of mankind and man in particular, the need gradually appeared not only for linguistic speech, but also written. Initially, all of it was based only on individual images, but over time, such an inaccurate and primitive method was replaced by full-fledged writing. For a long time, until the end of the Middle Ages, the ability to read as such was considered optional, and history knows many examples of kings and other rulers who were illiterate. And only at the beginning of the 20th century, compulsory primary education began to be introduced around the world, which would give the child the ability to read, write, count and some other basic skills. However, to this day there are countries where the vast majority of the population is illiterate. So what is reading, why is it needed and what happens? This we will understand.
Definition
To begin with, it’s worth understanding terminology. According to the encyclopedia, reading is a cognitive process of decoding symbols and signs, as a result of which there is an understanding of the written text or other information. It turns out on the basis of a complex process of interaction between the reader and the text. A similar process is formed on the basis of knowledge, experience and cultural understanding of what is written.
But one of the above is not enough. So what is reading? Above all, it also requires critical thinking and creativity. Simply put, without certain knowledge, imagination and thinking, the process of understanding what is written will be difficult. There is even a psychological disorder in which a person cannot perceive the printed text. Also, the reading process is the ability to understand and remember the information read, regardless of the source, whether it be a paper book or an e-book screen. So now we know what reading is.
Kinds
Reading can be divided into three types.
- The first is in the native or other foreign language. For the latter, as you might guess, you need to have at least minimal knowledge in a foreign language, otherwise this process is meaningless. Although it is just for reading that a simple knowledge of the Latin alphabet may suffice, but this will not convey the meaning of what is written.
- The second is the learning type. It is aimed not only at perception, but also memorization with a detailed analysis and awareness of the written. Simply put, to transfer this or that knowledge.
- The third and last is literary reading.
Importance
The importance of a process such as reading books is hard to underestimate. The perception of literature of any kind has a beneficial effect on mental abilities, the development of imagination, imaginative thinking and strengthening memory. It is not for nothing that schoolchildren are even asked to read certain works even during the summer holidays. If we talk about quality, then, naturally, the books of classics, recognized masters of this genre, develop these abilities better than creations of low grade. Nevertheless, any reading process is useful for both children and adults.
Texts for reading the school curriculum
Such texts are not compiled randomly. Their vocation is not only to teach children this process, but also to develop these or those abilities of students. Basically, this is a classic of both Russian and world literature. Most of it is in compressed or incomplete format.
EBooks
Also with the development of digital technology, the popularity of e-books is growing. The material of their "paper" is most similar to its natural original, which reduces the load on the eyes and makes this process less harmful than reading from conventional monitors and screens.