CPD points: 1
Helping learners read longer texts can be challenging—especially when texts become more complex, dense, or unfamiliar.
This short professional development module explores practical, classroom-ready strategies to support reading comprehension, build stamina, and develop learners’ ability to engage with a range of text types. By combining research-informed approaches with simple, effective techniques, this course will help you guide your learners toward more confident, independent reading.
Course Content
This module is divided into four short sections:
Introduction and Learning Outcomes
Overview of the module and key learning goals.
Section 1: Building Comprehension Strategies
Practical strategies such as skimming, scanning, chunking, annotation, and inference.
Section 2: Genre Awareness Activities
Understanding how different text types support prediction, comprehension, and efficiency.
Section 3: Scaffolding Ideas
Integrating strategies and supporting learners to read longer texts independently.
Section 4: Conclusion
Key takeaways and application to your teaching context.
What to expect
This is a self-paced, online module designed to be practical and easy to follow.
Throughout the course, you will encounter:
- Short instructional videos
- Classroom strategies and examples
- Reflective questions to connect ideas to your own context
- A short knowledge check at the end
The focus is on applying strategies directly to your teaching practice.
How to get the most out of this course
To get the most value from this module:
- Reflect on your current teaching practices as you move through each section
- Consider how the strategies can be adapted for your learners
- Take note of ideas you would like to trial in your classroom
- Engage with the reflection questions to deepen your understanding
Applying even one or two strategies from this module can make a meaningful difference to your learners’ reading development.
Who is this course for?
This module is designed for teachers and trainers working with adult learners across a range of contexts.
It is particularly useful for those supporting learners with:
- Academic reading
- Workplace or vocational texts
- General English reading development
No prior knowledge is required.
Learning Outcomes
Time Commitment
This module will take approximately 30 minutes to complete.
You may choose to complete it in one sitting or work through the sections at your own pace.
Support and Assistance
If you require support while completing this module, please contact NEAS at neas@neas.org.au
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We’re here to support your learning—please don’t hesitate to reach out if needed.
