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The communication that is done through writing and reading is based on the contextual features of the given message., the process of decoding a message is also built around the ability of the reader to understand the implications of the assigned reading. Understanding the basis of communication and the factors that are likely to provide obstacles to the process of communication; can ensure that a document is easy to read is if it is well written with minimal or no mistake at all (Wong 123). Writing or reading is a means through which individuals communicate, and as such, the expectation is that every written document or text must be easy to read (Healy 458). The only way of ensuring that a document is easy to read is if it is well written with minimal or no mistake at all. This forms the basis of proofreading as both a process and as an art. It is essential to identify the various aspects of proofreading that are integral in promoting the ability of any text to communicate to the readers (Riefer 116). The idea is that before any text or work is submitted, there is a need for the work to be evaluated for these errors, as they are likely to occur (Smith). Every writer or editor is tasked with the responsibility of proofreading their work before making a final copy that is then shared. Spelling is among the rules of grammar that are essential in the proofreading process.

The proofreading process relies on various strategies, which are all efficient in varying degrees. One of the approaches that have been promoted by Riefer is the reading aloud approach. In this style, the proofreader is encouraged to read the text aloud. This should be done for the entire text (Riefer 776). Reading aloud can reduce errors and increase the clarity of the work. Catching these mistakes provides an opportunity for the editors to analyze the sensibility of a text to enhance its presentation. Reading aloud allows the proofreader to listen to the sound of the written work as it will be read by another person. It allows one the space to listen to the correct and incorrect parts of the writing. In instances where a group is undertaking the proofreading, it will be essential to allow one person to read as the other listens (Wong 123). This creates an amiable space for correction as incorrect use of language will sound weird and therefore allow the individuals to correct the work.

In continuation, the relevance of reading aloud is in the fact that it slows down the reading process. The importance of reading aloud is that it allows the person to identify the errors faster than when reading silently. The argument extends that silent reading always provides the individual with room to make mental corrections without actually citing them on the document. The human brain can mentally capture changes and make them based on the preexisting data in the brain. A person can read a text that is written backward based on the mental data that is in the human brain due to exposure. Therefore, reading out aloud gives the proofreader space to listen to the word of the reading. The aloud reading process is also more engaging, it will give the proofreader the time to engage the document further, and as such, this will facilitate the proofreading process.

One of the significant elements in the proofreading process is the need to take cognizance of the common mistakes that one makes. Every person has a set of challenges that they are most likely to experience when writing or reading a text. It is essential to recognize these elements and identify them during the proofreading process (Riefer 772). Therefore, the purpose of this study is to evaluate the importance of reading aloud as a critical approach in the proofreading process. The researchers predict that people who read aloud notice more spelling errors that those who read silently.

References

Healy, Alice F. "The effects of visual similarity on proofreading for misspellings." Memory & Cognition 9.5 (1981): 453-460.

Riefer, David M. "Behavior Engineering Proposals: 4. Is ‘Backwards Reading' an Effective Proofreading Strategy?." Perceptual and motor skills 73.3 (1991): 767-777.

Riefer, David M. "Behavior engineering proposals: 5. An experimental comparison of team versus solo proofreading." Perceptual and motor skills 76.1 (1993): 111-117.

Smith, Peggy. Mark my words: instruction and practice in proofreading. Eei Press, 1997.

Wong, Shirley. "What are We Doing about Proofreading?." The Journal of Business Education 49.3 (1973): 122-124.