Theoritical Perspective

A. Theoritical Perspective a. The Botto-up Theory The bottom-up theory of reading, also known as the data-driven or sublexical model, suggests that reading begins with the analysis of individual letters and letter combinations (graphemes) to recognize words. According to this theory, readers first decode the visual information presented on the page, such as letters and letter patterns, and then use this information to identify words and comprehend text. This process is often described as "building up" from basic visual elements to higher-level comprehension. Proponents of the bottom-up theory argue that decoding skills are essential for reading comprehension, as readers must accurately recognize words in order to understand the meaning of a text. However, critics of the bottom-up theory point out that reading is not solely a visual process, and that factors such as background knowledge, language skills, and context also play imp...