Reading has been defined as "decoding the graphic material to the phonemic patterns of spoken language which have already been mastered when reading is begun." To put it another way, reading consists of coming back to speech through the graphics symbols. In short, meanings reside in the sounds of the spoken language. Speaking a language is the necessary first step to acquiring the ability to read a language with meaning.
The recorded portion of the reading materials will be found at the end of most units. Full instructions on how to proceed with the readings are contained in the audio portion of the course.