Spread the loveCritical reading means that a reader applies specific processes, models, questions, and theories to enhance clarity and comprehension. There is more involvement, both in effort and understanding, in a critical reading than in an ordinary “skimming” of the text. What is the difference? If a reader “skims” the text, trivial characteristics and knowledge are as far as the reader goes. A critical reading gets at “deep structure,” that is, logical consistency, tone, organization, and several other significant sounding terms. Critical reading is similar to critical pedagogy. What does one need to do to be a critical reader? There … Continue reading What is Critical Reading?