What is intensive reading?

Intensive reading is a focused and detailed approach to reading where readers closely examine a shorter text to understand it deeply and thoroughly. This method emphasizes comprehension, analysis, and critical thinking, often involving tasks such as identifying main ideas, understanding vocabulary in context, analyzing sentence structure, and interpreting nuances. Intensive reading is commonly used in educational settings to develop specific language skills, enhance reading comprehension, and engage with complex or challenging texts. It contrasts with extensive reading, which prioritizes quantity and general understanding over detailed analysis.