MAKING PREDICTIONS



Making predictions is an effective strategy in intensive English reading because it actively engages the reader with the text and improves comprehension. Here are a few reasons why prediction is valuable in this context:


1. Engagement with the Text: When readers make predictions, they are encouraged to think critically about the material. This keeps them actively involved in the reading process, rather than passively absorbing information.

2. Improved Comprehension: By predicting what might happen next in a text, readers are more likely to pay close attention to details, such as plot clues or thematic hints. This deepens understanding as they compare their predictions to the actual outcomes.

3. Enhanced Vocabulary and Context Skills: Predicting outcomes based on context helps readers better understand unfamiliar words or complex sentence structures. They can infer meanings and connect new vocabulary to what they know about the subject.

4. Development of Analytical Skills: Making predictions pushes readers to analyze the author’s intentions, characters’ motivations, or text structure. This helps readers not only understand the text better but also recognize patterns in writing styles, which enhances overall language proficiency.

5. Motivation to Continue Reading: When readers make predictions, they become curious to see if their predictions are correct. This creates a natural motivation to continue reading, which is especially helpful in more challenging or lengthy texts.


In intensive English reading, where the focus is on understanding detailed language use and meaning, making predictions helps learners actively apply what they know, connect with the material, and retain more information.

Here’s an example of making predictions in an intensive English reading context. Imagine you’re reading a short story. Let’s use this scenario:


Story Excerpt:

“Emily sat by the window, watching the dark clouds gather. The wind was picking up speed, making the trees sway violently. She glanced at the clock—6:00 PM. Her parents were supposed to be home by now. She picked up her phone to call them, but there was no signal.”


Prediction:

From this excerpt, you can make several predictions:

• What might happen next? You might predict that a storm is about to start, and since her parents haven’t arrived, Emily could be left alone to deal with the storm.

• Why are her parents late? Given the increasing storm, you could predict that her parents might be delayed due to bad weather, or perhaps something unexpected has happened on their way home.

• Will Emily face any danger? Based on the ominous tone (dark clouds, strong winds, no phone signal), you could predict that Emily might encounter some sort of challenge or danger, possibly related to the storm.


These predictions help you stay engaged with the story and pay attention to what details might confirm or disprove your ideas as the plot unfolds.


Making Predictions with Vocabulary

Here’s another example with a vocabulary focus. Consider this sentence:

“The doctor walked into the room with a solemn expression, carrying a thick folder of medical reports.”


You might predict that:

• The news the doctor is about to deliver could be serious, as indicated by the words “solemn” and “thick folder of reports.”

• The next part of the text might describe the patient’s reaction to the news, possibly one of concern or fear.


By making predictions, you anticipate the direction of the text and use context clues to deepen your understanding as you read on. This practice enhances both your reading comprehension and critical thinking skills.

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