Investigates why informational reading causes problems for secondary students. Presents solutions, including how the author has been able to assist pupils in reading for meaning by devising an approach called "Comprehending by Learning to Use Effective Strategies" (C.L.U.E.S.). (MG)

Suggests that further explication of the notion of "importance" will benefit the reading field, at both practical and theoretical levels. (ARH)

Reports on a study that examined the relationship between understanding of specific cohesive items and general reading comprehension ability, as well as differences in performance of girls and boys. Makes suggestions for the classroom based on the findings. (ARH)

Compares student performances when reading printed text and text on a microcomputer screen. Reports that students have more difficulty locating information on-screen than in-print, particularly within prose passages. (MG)