Reading is a style of communication between reader and writer while relevance theory is a new approach to communi cation.Based on relevance theory,we can paraphrase reading as followings:reading comprehension is a process of communica tion between reader and writer;a process of making inference from the ostensive-inference communication;a process of seeking optimal relevance on the part of the reader.
Reading is a complex process of communication between writer and reader.Relevance theory proposes that communication is an ostensive-inferential process from the cognitive perspective.The thesis studies the English reading teaching approach for higher vocational students and applies it to the question type of reading comprehension test in PRETCO-A.It proposes three research questions in view of actual condition of teaching English reading.By the questionnaires and tests,the relevant data are collected,analyzed and discussed.Three research results are proved to be effective in reading teaching.
