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Reading/Reading Comprehension

Definition

Examines, recognizes, and grasps the meaning of written characters, words and sentences (in the English language). This includes the ability to understand and learn from written materials by discerning essential facts, main ideas, and/or the essential message. Interprets written materials including rules, instructions, reports, charts, tables, articles, and technical/professional publications. Infers and applies information from written materials in situations related to the job.
 

Behavioral Descriptions
Proficiency Level 5

  • Sought for expert interpretations of complex written material.

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  • Sought for expert interpretations of and abilities in applying written material for practical business purposes.

  • Discerns accuracy, appropriateness, style, and plausibility of complex written materials.
Proficiency Level 4

  • Applies advanced written material for practical business purposes.

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  • Readily infers and applies complex written material for practical business purposes.

  • Reads and interprets technical, professional and/or legal publications.
Proficiency Level 3

  • Interprets and applies written information.

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  • Locates, understands, and interprets written information.

  • Detects and discerns underlying meanings; Reads “between the lines.”

  • Applies written material when completing assignments and projects.
Proficiency Level 2

  • Understands most written materials.

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  • Grasps main ideas, essential facts, etc.

  • Reads newspapers, magazines, and popular literature.
Proficiency Level 1

  • Reads and follows basic written instructions, signs, etc.
Suggested Activities for Development

  • Work with a tutor.

  • Read books and articles in your field. Write a summary and send it to others who will benefit from the information.

  • Regularly read magazines and the section of the newspaper that interests you the most. Share the main ideas with others.

  • Learn three new vocabulary words a week and use them regularly.

  • Create or join a book club (professional or personal). Each month have a member create comprehensive questions about the chosen book and answer them.

  • Identify a software program you would like to learn. Read through the manual to learn how to use it.

  • As you read, look up words in the dictionary that are unfamiliar to you and use them regularly.

  • Read articles in professional/technical journals. Summarize the information or write a critique.

  • Read about recent case laws related to your field. Discuss with others how new laws will impact your work unit or division.

  • Tutor a student in reading and comprehension

  • Volunteer to participate on a panel which reviews and updates policies.

  • Teach a reading or literature course at a local college or university.

  • Serve as parliamentarian of a professional or community organization.
Recommended Courses
Additional Resource

Books

  • Success Skills: Strategies For Study And Lifelong Learning by A. Beale-Marks (South-Western Educational Publishing, 2001). This text is divided into five key areas: learning how to learn; becoming an active reader; listening, memory and note-taking mastery; testing and critical thinking skills; information gathering, research and writing skills.
  • Power Reading Course Book With Audio Countdown Timing CD: The Best, Fastest, Easiest, Most Effective Course On Speed-Reading And Comprehension Ever Developed! by R. Ostrov (The Education Press, 2000). Increase reading speed and comprehension and improve concentration.
  • Speed Reading For Business by S. Moided (Barrons Business Success Series, 1998). Methods for increasing reading and comprehension speed by three to five times.
  • The Memory Book by H. Lorayne & J. Lucas (Ballantine Books, 1996). Simple, fail-safe memory system, and you can become more effective, more imaginative, and more powerful, at work, at school, in sports and play.
  • Super Reading Secrets by H.S. Berg (Warner Books, 1992). The world's fastest reader offers advice on how to improve reading speed and memory without reducing comprehension.

Media

  • Reading Strategies For Career Success. Reading Strategies For Career Success sharpens the ability of career-oriented users to understand, interpret, and analyze written materials on a variety of employment-related topics, such as memos, reports, and notices. Merit Software, 1-800-753-6488.
  • Ace In-Home Tutoring Vocabulary Booster CD. Offers a way to build a stronger vocabulary, thereby leading to better reading comprehension, improved grades, and higher test scores. ACE In-Home Tutoring, 1-800-655-5580.
Behavioral-Based Interviewing Questions