read and comprehend texts

How might being proficient in reading science/technical texts contribute to your overall academic success?

• It can help in understanding complex concepts and applying them in various subjects.
• It has no impact on academic success
• It only helps in science classes
• It can make academic success more difficult

What's one thing you can do right now to work towards reading and understanding science/technical texts more proficiently?

• Watch TV instead of reading
• Take a nap
• Avoid reading altogether
• Practice active reading

How might your teachers help you improve your ability to read and comprehend science/technical texts independently?

• By providing irrelevant reading materials
• By conducting pop quizzes
• By assigning more homework
• By providing guided practice, offering strategies, and giving feedback on comprehension.

What might be some challenges you encounter when reading science/technical texts, and how could you overcome them?

• Ask a friend who is not familiar with the topic for help
• Use a dictionary or online resources to look up unfamiliar terms
• Rely solely on your own knowledge to understand the text
• Ignore the unfamiliar terms and continue reading

you can think of a time when reading a science/technical text helped you better understand a concept or solve a problem?

• true

• false

How might the ability to read and understand science/technical texts independently benefit you in your future career?

• It has no impact on career growth
• It can lead to a decrease in problem-solving skills
• It can hinder communication with colleagues and clients
• It can help in gaining knowledge and staying updated in the field, improving problem-solving skills, and enhancing communication with colleagues and clients.

What are some strategies you can use to improve your ability to comprehend science/technical texts?

• Ignore unfamiliar terms and concepts
• Read the text quickly without pausing to understand
• Avoid breaking down complex sentences
• Use strategies such as breaking down complex sentences and looking up unfamiliar terms or concepts.

How might you know if you're reading a science/technical text at the right level of complexity?

• By checking if it contains only simple words and basic concepts
• By checking if it contains specialized terminology, complex concepts, and detailed explanations.
• By looking for colorful illustrations and pictures
• By seeing if it has a lot of fictional stories and characters

Why is it important to be able to read and understand science/technical texts at this level by the end of high school?

• To prepare for further education and career opportunities.
• To impress friends with scientific knowledge
• To learn how to cook gourmet meals
• To become a professional athlete

What does it mean to read and comprehend science/technical texts "independently and proficiently" by the end of grade 12?

• Being able to understand and interpret complex scientific and technical information without assistance
• Struggling to comprehend basic scientific and technical concepts
• Relying heavily on others to understand scientific and technical information
• Having no interest in science or technical subjects