Plenty of 'hacks' 'distractions' and 'how to read better'; so your topic matters. The problem with today, I think, are the many 'betterments' that exist on YT and even in school systems et al. And I shall avoid the 'speed reading' element on booktube..... a great video!
Thank you so much! You’re absolutely right-there’s no shortage of 'betterments' out there, and it’s easy for people to get swept up in flashy promises, whether it’s on TH-cam, in schools, or beyond. I think that’s part of why I felt so strongly about making this video-to sift through all the noise and bring it back to what really works and why. And yes, let’s both steer clear of speed reading-it’s definitely a rabbit hole best avoided! Appreciate you watching and sharing your thoughts-it means a lot.
I can't rememeber how I learnt to read, I know it was easy for me. To this day, I tell my students to read poetry aloud, finding the natural rhythm of the poem and to savour the beauty of the sound. Then, I tell them to reread for meaning. I have never told anyone to use the tricks of fast reading, I have always thought it's just nonsense.
That’s such a wonderful approach-poetry really does lend itself to being savored aloud, doesn’t it? I love the idea of finding the rhythm and then rereading for meaning-it’s such a mindful way to engage with text. And you’re absolutely right: for skilled readers, the process of learning to read often feels like it was effortless, but that’s usually because the foundational skills were laid so early on that the work behind it gets forgotten. One of my biggest challenges when working with preservice teachers is getting them to realize just how much effort and intentionality went into teaching us to read-whether it was a parent, teacher, or caregiver. For most of us, someone invested that time, even if we don’t remember it. Truly self-taught readers are so rare! And as for speed reading-yes, I couldn’t agree more. Poetry and deep engagement with text over speed tricks any day!
@@DrCrankyPantsReads I wonder if you know the song "In darkness let me dwell". There's a line about "hellish, jarring sounds" that singers almost always get wrong, because they sing it beautifully, while it should really sound "hellish and jarrish". I usually use it to show students that the way words sound is important. Some students are quick to perceive a binary rhythm, or a caesura, for example, and enjoy discovering poems by reading them aloud. Sorry to bother you with such long comments!
I’m so glad you found the video helpful-and starting with Language at the Speed of Sight is such a great choice! Seidenberg definitely pulls no punches, and while some of his critiques make me wince (fairly, I’ll admit), I appreciate how thoroughly he unpacks the reading process. It’s one of those books that challenges you to think critically, even when you don’t agree with everything. I’d love to hear your thoughts once you’ve finished-let’s definitely chat about it! It’s always great to have a conversation about the nuances and implications of work like his, especially with someone who’s diving into it thoughtfully.
Plenty of 'hacks' 'distractions' and 'how to read better'; so your topic matters. The problem with today, I think, are the many 'betterments' that exist on YT and even in school systems et al. And I shall avoid the 'speed reading' element on booktube..... a great video!
Thank you so much! You’re absolutely right-there’s no shortage of 'betterments' out there, and it’s easy for people to get swept up in flashy promises, whether it’s on TH-cam, in schools, or beyond. I think that’s part of why I felt so strongly about making this video-to sift through all the noise and bring it back to what really works and why.
And yes, let’s both steer clear of speed reading-it’s definitely a rabbit hole best avoided! Appreciate you watching and sharing your thoughts-it means a lot.
@@DrCrankyPantsReads You're welcome. And your message here is needed. Thanks.
I can't rememeber how I learnt to read, I know it was easy for me. To this day, I tell my students to read poetry aloud, finding the natural rhythm of the poem and to savour the beauty of the sound. Then, I tell them to reread for meaning. I have never told anyone to use the tricks of fast reading, I have always thought it's just nonsense.
That’s such a wonderful approach-poetry really does lend itself to being savored aloud, doesn’t it? I love the idea of finding the rhythm and then rereading for meaning-it’s such a mindful way to engage with text. And you’re absolutely right: for skilled readers, the process of learning to read often feels like it was effortless, but that’s usually because the foundational skills were laid so early on that the work behind it gets forgotten.
One of my biggest challenges when working with preservice teachers is getting them to realize just how much effort and intentionality went into teaching us to read-whether it was a parent, teacher, or caregiver. For most of us, someone invested that time, even if we don’t remember it. Truly self-taught readers are so rare!
And as for speed reading-yes, I couldn’t agree more. Poetry and deep engagement with text over speed tricks any day!
@@DrCrankyPantsReads I wonder if you know the song "In darkness let me dwell". There's a line about "hellish, jarring sounds" that singers almost always get wrong, because they sing it beautifully, while it should really sound "hellish and jarrish". I usually use it to show students that the way words sound is important.
Some students are quick to perceive a binary rhythm, or a caesura, for example, and enjoy discovering poems by reading them aloud.
Sorry to bother you with such long comments!
Learned so much from this video and I'm going to start by reading Language At The Speed of Sight
I’m so glad you found the video helpful-and starting with Language at the Speed of Sight is such a great choice! Seidenberg definitely pulls no punches, and while some of his critiques make me wince (fairly, I’ll admit), I appreciate how thoroughly he unpacks the reading process. It’s one of those books that challenges you to think critically, even when you don’t agree with everything.
I’d love to hear your thoughts once you’ve finished-let’s definitely chat about it! It’s always great to have a conversation about the nuances and implications of work like his, especially with someone who’s diving into it thoughtfully.