Encoding is the process of getting information into memory. If information or stimuli never gets encoded, it will not be remembered. Encoding is the first stage of the memory process. Encoding occurs when information is translated into a form that can be processed mentally.

1. Memory Encoding

1. Visual (picture)
2. Acoustic (sound)
3. Semantic (meaning)

Psychologists distinguish between three necessary stages in the learning and memory process: encoding, storage, and retrieval (Melton, 1963). Encoding is defined as the initial learning of information; storage refers to maintaining information over time; retrieval is the ability to access information when you need it.

Research shows that regular reading: improves brain connectivity. increases your vocabulary and comprehension. empowers you to empathize with other people.

As your child grows, daily reading will help the brain make connections between the written and spoken word, widening vocabulary in the process. In fact, reading, spelling and vocabulary are critically important to a child’s lifelong achievement.

Reading helps to develop a number of skills As children read they will need to process information about character, themes and plot and decode words, all of which will help develop their comprehension skills.

8 Tips to Help Students Build Better Reading Skills

1. Annotate and highlight text. Teach your students to highlight and underline valuable information as they read.
2. Personalize the content.
3. Practice problem solving skills.
4. Incorporate more senses.
5. Understand common themes.
6. Set reading goals.
7. Read in portions.
8. Let students guide their reading.