CHOOSING APPROPRIATE READING MATERIALS: THE ROLE OF AUTHENTICITY AND PURPOSEFUL STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
Keywords:
Reading materials, authenticity, purposeful reading, student engagement, educational strategies.Abstract
Selecting suitable reading materials is critical for fostering students’ language and cognitive skills. This paper examines the importance of authenticity in reading materials and strategies for encouraging purposeful reading among students. Drawing on existing literature and integrating personal insights, the study highlights how authentic texts and goal-oriented activities enhance learning.
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