KWL Method Self Check

Have you ever used the KWL method before?

• Yes

• No

• I'm not sure.

Do you think KWL is helpful? Why, or why not?

How can you practice KWL in your reading outside of English class?

When you are reading, do you find yourself having to translate? If so, what can you do to break the habit?

Which of the six reading passages in units 4-6 did you enjoy most? Why?

Which of the six reading passages in units 4-6 was easiest? Which was most difficult? Why?

What improvements are you making as a reader? Look again at the Tips for Fluent Reading on pages 8 and 9. Write down one or two things that you know you can do better today than when you started this course.

What other improvements do you want to make as a reader?