Pre-reading activities are designed to achieve what purpose?

Pre-reading activities serve the important purpose of activating prior knowledge. This process engages students’ existing knowledge and experiences related to the topic of a text before they begin reading. By connecting new information to what they already know, students can better comprehend and retain the material.

When prior knowledge is activated, it helps students make predictions about the content, identify relevant themes, and establish a purpose for reading. This preparation encourages deeper engagement with the text and facilitates meaningful discussions and connections to personal experiences.

While other activities such as group discussions, summarizing texts, and assessing comprehension are valuable components of the reading process, they do not specifically focus on preparing the reader's mindset and understanding of the subject matter like activating prior knowledge does.