According to the article, Kim & Kamil’s chapter, there are a couple of things to consider when using electronic documents in the classroom. One thing to consider is the design of the document. What is the purpose of the reading task? How much prior knowledge do your students have on the topic? Another thing to consider is actually teaching strategies to students on how to view electronic documents. Students need instruction in basic computer skills. Students should also be exposed to expository text before using electronic documents.
I will be sure to teach basic computer skills to my students before asking them to read electronic documents. My students will also be exposed to expository text before reading electronic documents.
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