PLANNING TO TEACH PROSE

TEACHING PROSE

Prose, “is words in their best order” – ST Coleridge.

Prose is meant for learning a language. Teaching prose means teaching reading with

comprehension. The learners are taught the skill of reading. It enables the students to understand the

passage, to read fluently, to enrich their vocabulary and to enjoy reading and writing .

It helps to improve their four language skills. (LSRW).

They can develop the ability to speak English correctly and fluently.

GENERAL OBJECTIVES OF TEACHING PROSE

Helps to enhance the language skills, especially Reading and Writing.

Increase vocabulary and develop speaking and writing skill.

Kindle their imagination. Learn correct pronunciation and read

passages with proper pronunciation, stress and intonation.

Comprehend the meaning of what they read. Create interest in literature.

READING SKILLS

Reading a text for accuracy. Close guidance of a teacher

. Forces the learners to pay

more attention to the text. It involves the profound and

detailed understanding of the text.

Primarily concerned with the developing of reading strategies.

Judgement Reasoning Interpretation Appreciation

non-detailed study of a book .

“ the main purpose of extensive reading is the cultivation of taste for reading and make a form of visual interaction” - Thompson and Wyatt.

Reading for fluency. Reading for pleasure. Not meant for minute details. Rapid reading or

Independent silent reading

Intensive Reading Extensive Reading

STEPS INVOLVED IN EXTENSIVE READING

Introduction The teacher gives main hints of the passage. He explains the difficult portions. He deals with difficult areas of a language.

Silent reading The students should read silently and quickly.

Question The teacher asks questions to test the students

understanding.

STEPS INVOLVED IN TEACHING PROSE

Introduction. Presentation. Model reading. Pronunciation drills. Loud reading. Linguistic drills and explanation. Silent reading by the pupil. Comprehension questions. Evaluation.