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The Reading Context offers a comprehensive examination of reading practices within higher education settings. It tackles common problems and provides targeted exercises designed to support remedial teaching. The work also delves into broader themes such as freedom, self-fulfilment, and the meaning of love, illustrating how these concepts intersect with reading experiences and student development.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Education & Language/Teaching
Authors: Dorothy U. Seyler
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