Enhancing our understanding of the complexities of reading difficulties

Daniel, Johny; Barth, Amy

Abstract

Reading comprehension is a complex cognitive task that involves the interaction of various subskills. This chapter starts by describing the theoretical framework that underpins reading comprehension and examines the key components associated with this crucial skill. This helps to highlight the challenges faced by pupils with reading difficulties or specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia. Prior research is summarised, and a new study is described. The chapter concludes by providing recommendations and strategies to support and address the needs of this specific student population effectively, offering guidance for future interventions and initiatives.

Citation

Daniel, J., & Barth, A. (2024). Enhancing our understanding of the complexities of reading difficulties. In S. Gorard, & N. Siddiqui (Eds.), An International Approach to Developing Early Career Researchers: A Pipeline to Robust Education Research (27-37). London: Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003455066-5

• Online Publication Date: May 14, 2024
• Publication Date: May 14, 2024
• Deposit Date: Feb 20, 2024
• Publicly Available Date: Nov 15, 2025
• Publisher: Routledge
• Pages: 27-37
• Book Title: An International Approach to Developing Early Career Researchers: A Pipeline to Robust Education Research
• Chapter Number: 3
• ISBN: 9781003455066
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003455066-5
• Public URL: https://durham-repository.worktribe.com/output/2270402
• Publisher URL: https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/edit/10.4324/9781003455066/international-approach-developing-early-career-researchers-stephen-gorard-nadia-siddiqui