What is reading and what is it for?

The article describes what reading is, what kinds it is divided into, why it is necessary, classification from the cultural and scientific point of view is given.

Ancient times

With the development of mankind and man in particular, the need gradually not only for language speech, but also for writing. Initially, all of it was based only on individual images, but over time such an inaccurate and primitive method replaced the full written language. For a long time, until the end of the Middle Ages, the ability to read as such was considered optional, and history knows many examples of kings and other rulers who were illiterate. And only at the beginning of the 20th century, compulsory primary education began to be introduced around the world, which would give the child the ability to read, write, count and some other basic skills. However, to this day there are countries where the vast majority of the population is illiterate. So what is reading, what is it for and what happens? In this we will understand.

Definition

To begin with it is necessary to understand terminology. According to the encyclopedia, reading is a cognitive process of decoding symbols and signs, as a result of which an understanding of written text or other information occurs. This is based on a complex process of interaction between the reader and the text. Such a process is formed on the basis of knowledge, experience and cultural understanding of the written.

But one of the above is not enough. So what is reading? In addition, it also requires critical thinking and creativity. Simply put, without having certain knowledge, imagination and thinking, the process of understanding written will be difficult. There is even a psychological disorder in which a person can not perceive a printed text. Also, the reading process is the ability to understand and memorize the information read regardless of the source, whether it is a paper book or an e-book screen. So now we know what reading is.

Kinds

Reading can be divided into three types.

• The first is in native or other, foreign language. For the latter, as you might guess, you need to have at least a minimum of knowledge in a foreign language, otherwise this process is meaningless. Although it is for reading that the simple knowledge of the Latin alphabet can suffice, but the meaning of this is not conveyed.
• The second is the learning type. It is aimed not only at perception, but also memorization with detailed analysis and awareness of what was written. Simply put, to transfer this or that knowledge.
• The third and last is artistic reading.

Importance

The importance of such a process as reading books is difficult to underestimate. Perception of literature of any kind has a beneficial effect on mental abilities, the development of imagination, imaginative thinking and the strengthening of memory. Not in vain, the students are even asked to read certain works even during the summer holidays. If we talk about quality, then, of course, the books of classics, recognized masters of this genre, develop these abilities better than works of low grade. And yet, any reading process is useful for both children and adults.

Texts for reading the school program

Such texts are not compiled in a random order. Their vocation is not only to teach children this process, but also to develop certain abilities of students. Basically it is a classic of both Russian and world literature. Most of it is given in a compressed or incomplete format.

E-books

Also, with the development of digital technologies, the popularity of e-books is growing. The material of their "paper" is most similar to its natural original, which reduces the burden on the eyes and makes this process less harmful than reading from conventional monitors and screens.