Using annotation in reading tasks gives students more autonomy, control, and ownership over their learning. By highlighting key ideas, asking questions, making connections, and adding personal thoughts to a text, students become more actively engaged with their reading rather than passively consuming information. This deeper interaction improves comprehension, critical thinking, and confidence in understanding complex texts.

Annotation also supports students with different learning speeds and abilities, as each student can process and respond to the text in a way that works best for them. Furthermore, sharing annotations and discussing ideas with peers encourages collaboration and meaningful discussion, helping students learn from different perspectives while building stronger peer relationships. Overall, annotation transforms reading into a more interactive, reflective, and student-centered learning experience.