ReadingGate

Contents

How are Reading Gate's contents organized?

FAQ

How are Reading Gate's contents organized?

Reading Gate offers a variety of contents for EFL (English as a Foreign Language) students to learn English online effectively. Reading Gate's contents are organized as follows.

DODO ABC (PreK)
Students who are learning English for the first time can start here by learning the alphabet, phonics, and sight words through fun activities, exercises, and videos.

eBook
Reading Gate's eBook library consists of internationally renowned and award-winning titles as well as popular Korean children's stories retold in English. Students can readily access these eBooks through the Reading Gate platform. Additionally, every eBook comes with an audio recording featuring professional native English voice actors, so students can listen and follow along to their favorite eBooks. After reading, students can complete a quiz to test their understanding of the story.

pBook Quizzes
pBook Quizzes is where students can find and complete a quiz for many of the world's most popular book series. Please note that only the quiz is available on the Reading Gate platform, not the actual book.

Movie Books
Some of our eBooks have been turned into short animated movies for a more fun and engaging learning experience.

Contents

What are Reading Gate's Reading levels?

FAQ

What are Reading Gate's Reading levels?

The Reading Gate program consists of 22 levels, and the breakdown for each level is provided in the chart below. Please keep in mind that these are general standards. Because of individual differences, it is recommended that you start with the Reading Level that matches your skillset.

Contents

How do the quizzes differ between each level?

FAQ

How do the quizzes differ between each level?

eBook KA~KC
Step1. Listening Activity > Step2. Vocabulary > Step3. Reading Comprehension > Step4. Writing Activity

eBook 1A~1C
Step1. Listening Activity > Step2. Vocabulary > Step3. Reading Comprehension > Step4. Summary / True or False > Step5. Writing Activity

eBooks 2A and higher
Step1. Reading Comprehension > Step2. Vocabulary > Step3. Summary / True or False > Step4. Cloze Test

pBook KC, 1A, 1B
Step1. Reading Comprehension > Step2. Vocabulary > Step3. Summary / True or False > Step4. Cloze Test > Step5. Writing Activity

pBook Quizzes 1C and higher
Step1. Reading Comprehension > Step2. Vocabulary > Step3. Summary / True or False > Step4. Cloze Test

Level Test

How do I take the Level Test?

FAQ

How do I take the Level Test?

After logging in to Reading Gate, click on the [Go to Study] button. Then, click on [My Info], which is located at the top of the page. Finally, click [Level Test].

After entering your age and previous English learning experience, you will be given a Level Test that is appropriate for you. Once you have finished the Level Test, a pop-up window will display your recommended Reading Level.

The Level Test can take anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes. If you stop during the middle of the test, you will need to start over from the beginning. So please set aside enough time to complete the test in one sitting.

Level Test

Do I have to take the Level Test?

FAQ

Do I have to take the Level Test?

You do not need to take the Level Test. You can open and read any book in the library regardless of your Reading Level. If you find a level that you think is appropriate for you, you can then set your Reading Level manually.

Level Test

Can I read books that are not in my Reading Level?

FAQ

Can I read books that are not in my Reading Level?

Yes, you can read any book in the library regardless of your Reading Level. Your Reading Level is only a guide to help you choose books that may be best suited for your skillset.

If you find yourself thinking that the books at your current Reading Level are too easy or too hard, you can freely adjust your Reading Level.

Whether or not you have taken the Level Test, every book in the library is available for you to read and take the quiz.

Level Test

Can I retake the Level Test?

FAQ

Can I retake the Level Test?

When you first subscribe to Reading Gate, you will be able to take the Level Test twice at your own convenience. After completing the Level Test for the second time, you will only be able to retake the test once every six months (180 days). If you'd like to retake the test within the six-month period, please contact Reading Gate's Customer Center at 1599-0533.

Quizzes

How do I start using Reading Gate?

FAQ

How do I start using Reading Gate?

To start using Reading Gate, it is important to find books that match your reading skills. There are two ways to determine your Reading Level. First, browse through Reading Gate's library and read books from various levels to find out which level best fits you.

The second way to determine your Reading Level is by taking Reading Gate's Level Test. You can take the Level Test by going to the [My Info] menu and clicking on the [Level Test] button.

For more information on finding the right Reading Level for you, watch the Level Selection Guide video located in your [Reading Profile] page under the [My Info] menu.

In addition, if there is a specific book that you are looking for, you can find it by using the [Search] feature in the [Book Finder] menu and entering the title of the book you are looking for.

Quizzes

What is the difference between DODO ABC and the other Reading Levels?

FAQ

What is the difference between DODO ABC and the other Reading Levels?

DODO ABC is for first-time English learners, as it covers the basics of English such as the alphabet, phonics, and sight words.

Reading Levels K through 6 are for students who have already learned the basics of the English language and are already able to read. These books are organized by level with each book having a quiz.

Quizzes

Is there a limit to how many books I can read per day?

FAQ

Is there a limit to how many books I can read per day?

No. There is no limit on the number of books you can read per day. There is, however, a limit on the number of Reading Points that can be earned in a day. To avoid excessive competition, readers can only

accumulate a maximum of 150 points per day. If a student reaches 150 points in a day, they will no longer be able to take a Book Quiz for the rest of that day.

※If you have earned 149 points in a day, you will be able to earn the full points from one more quiz. If you have earned 150 points in a day, you will not be able to complete any more quizzes for that day.

Quizzes

How many times can I complete a quiz to earn Reading Points?

FAQ

How many times can I complete a quiz to earn Reading Points?

Reading Points from quiz can only be earned twice. After successfully earning Reading Points both times, the book can be read again through Review mode. Please note that in Review mode, students will not be able to earn Reading Points after completing the quiz.

- How to Review: Click [Details] of the book to review in [Report > Study History], and then click [Review].
※ How to access Review mode: Click on the [Reports] menu, then [My Report]. Then click on the book that you wish to review and click [Review].
※ If you fail a quiz, it will not count as one of the two times you can earn Reading Points.
※ Activities in the DODO ABC program can be completed more than two times.

Quizzes

Where can I find the answers to the quizzes?

FAQ

Where can I find the answers to the quizzes?

You can find the correct answers by going to the [Reports] menu and clicking on [My Report]. Then, under the [Assessment] tab, click on the book that you wish to review. Finally, click [Review]. Correct answers will only be available for quizzes that have been passed.
※ Quiz review is not available for books that had been completed more than 6 months ago.
※ Answers are not saved during Review mode.

Quizzes

Can I delete or reset my reading history?

FAQ

Can I delete or reset my reading history?

No. Reading history cannot be deleted or reset. It is a cumulative record of all of the books you have passed or failed.
※ Pass/Fail: A score of 70 or higher on a quiz is considered a Pass. A score lower than 70 is considered a Fail.

Quizzes

Can I print out my reading reports?

FAQ

Can I print out my reading reports?

Yes. Reports can be printed by going to the [Reports] menu, and clicking on [My Report]. Then, under the [Assessment] tab, click on the book you want to see the report on. A pop up will appear, then press [Reports].

To find books during a specific time period, you can set the time period by clicking on the dates located above the [Assessment] tab.

Quizzes

What is the Listen & Repeat feature that is available for eBooks leveled KA~KC?

FAQ

What is the Listen & Repeat feature that is available for eBooks leveled KA~KC?

The Listen & Repeat feature is only for students at lower levels (eBook Levels KA to KC) to ensure more effective reading. The stories are automatically played twice before you can move on to the quiz.

During the first read, the eBook will be played as normal. After finishing the story, the eBook will return to the first page to start the Listen & Repeat portion. During this portion, a short pause is given between the reading of each sentence to allow students to repeat the sentence they just heard.

Quizzes

Why are there two different modes (Full and Easy) starting from Level 2?

FAQ

Why are there two different modes (Full and Easy) starting from Level 2?

Quizzes starting at Level 2 begin to incorporate typing activities in Steps 2 and 4 to further reinforce learning and understanding.

Because these typing activities take more time to complete, they are only included in the Full Mode, which includes all the quiz steps from 1 to 4. Easy Mode, however, does not include the typing activities and only include steps 1 and 3 of the quiz.
Full and Easy Modes may only be completed once each for every book. For Full Mode, 100% of the Reading Points can be earned, while only 50% of the total Reading Points can be earned for Easy Mode.

※ Reading Points: Reading Points are earned after receiving a Pass on a quiz. The number of Reading Points that can be earned for each book can be found on book's cover or its Book Info page.
※ Pass: A grade of Pass is given if the average score of all the steps on the quiz is greater than 70.

Quizzes

How can I Level Up?

FAQ

How can I Level Up?

Once you have reached the set number of points for each level, you will be automatically Leveled Up. To check the points needed to Level Up for each level, go to the [Reports], then click on [My Progress].
※ Contents for all levels can be accessed regardless of your Reading Level.
※ Leveling Up means to improve your Reading Level.
※ It is possible to Level Up more than one level (e.g., if your current Reading Level is KC, but you read and complete quizzes from Level 1C and have earned more than 1000 points, you will automatically be Leveled Up to 2A).

Points

What are Reading Points?

FAQ

What are Reading Points?

A book's Reading Point is calculated by taking into account its difficulty level, word count, ATOS Level, and other variables. The Reading Point for each book can be found on the book's cover or on its Book Info page. Reading Points can only be earned if an average score of all the steps on the quiz is greater than 70.

Points

How do I earn Reading Points?

FAQ

How do I earn Reading Points?

Reading Points can be earned up to a total of two times for each book. A book's Reading Point is marked on the book's cover or can be found on its Book Info page. Reading Points can only be earned if an average score of all the steps on the quiz is greater than 70.

For Level 1 books and lower, 100% of the points will be earned for the first time the quiz has been successfully completed. After this, only 50% of the total points can be earned each time the quiz has been successfully completed.

For books leveled 2 and above, 100% of the Reading Points can be earned when the quiz has been successfully completed on Full Mode. Only 50% of the Reading Points will be given when the quiz has been successfully completed on Easy Mode.

Points

How do I use the Reading Points that I have earned?

FAQ

How do I use the Reading Points that I have earned?

Reading Points are used to Level Up, earn Reading Units, get inducted to the Reading Gate Hall of Fame, and other Reading Gate challenges.

Level Up
See all the Level Up badges you have earned by going into the [Challenges] menu and clicking on [Level Master]. You can also see how many points are needed to Level Up to the next level by clicking on [Level Up Guide].

DODO AND FRIENDS
Reading Points also allows you to unlock DODO and Friends characters, who will cheer you on as you read and study. There are a total of 16 characters and the points required to unlock each character can be found under the [Challenges] menu in the [DODO and Friends] tab.

English Reading King Challenges
Reading Gate holds various Reading Challenges throughout the year. For each challenge, Reading Points are used to calculate winners of the Grand Prize, First Prize, and Persistence Awards.

Troubleshooting

I am having trouble logging in.

FAQ

I am having trouble logging in.

Reading Gate has a separate homepage for each of its different educational institutions. So please make sure you have entered the correct site for your institution. In addition, make sure you have entered the correct ID and password (there should be no spaces in your username).

If you have forgotten your password, click on the [Find password] button and follow the given instructions. If you have forgotten your ID or are having issues finding your password, please contact our Customer Center at 1599-0533.

Troubleshooting

There is no sound.

FAQ

There is no sound.

1. Go [Control Panel] > [Sound] > [Default Speaker] > [Configuration] > [Stereo] > [Test], and check if the sound comes out. Then, click [Confirm] > [Next] > and check both front speakers for sounds. > Then, click [Next] > [Finish].

2. Go [Control Panel] > [Sound] > [Default Speaker] > [Properties] > [Audio Enhancement]. > Check [Disable All Sound Effects] > then, try logging back in the program.

3. For iOS devices (iPhones and iPads), please turn off silent mode and restart the Reading Gate app. If you cannot hear the story being read, check to see if the Reading Mode has been set to No Audio. If this is the case, please change it to Basic to hear the audio recording.

Troubleshooting

I am encountering errors on my PC.

FAQ

I am encountering errors on my PC.

For the best experience, we recommend using either Google's Chrome browser or Microsoft's Edge browser when accessing Reading Gate via your PC. Due to Microsoft ending its support of Internet Explorer, users may encounter difficulties when using this browser to access Reading Gate.

Microsoft Edge users

1. Press the [Ctrl], [Shift], and [Delete] keys all at the same time. When the [Clear browsing data] window pops up, check all boxes in the list, then click the [Clear now] button.

If the error persists even after clearing your browsing data, restart Edge and follow the instructions below (No. 2).

2. Click three dots at the top right corner of the browser window, then click [Settings]. On the left hand pane, click [Reset settings], then [Restore settings to their default values]. Click [Reset], then restart the browser.

If you are still having issues, please contact our Customer Center at 1599-0533.

Google Chrome users

1. Press the [Ctrl], [Shift], and [Delete] keys all at the same time. When the [Clear browsing data] window pops up, change the [Time range] to [All time], and check all boxes in the list. Then click the [Clear data] button.

If the error persists even after clearing your browsing data, restart Chrome and follow the instructions below (No. 2).

2. Click three dots at the top right corner of the browser window, then click [Settings]. On the left hand pane, click [Advanced], then [Reset and clean up]. Click [Restore settings to their original defaults], then click [Reset settings]. Restart your browser.

If you are still having issues, please contact our Customer Center at 1599-0533.

Usage Information

I am encountering errors on my tablet PC and/or smartphone.

FAQ

I am encountering errors on my tablet PC and/or smartphone.

When using a tablet PC or smartphone, users must download the Reading Gate app.

If the Reading Gate app is not installed on your smart device, please search "Reading Gate" on Google's Play Store (Android) or Apple's App Store (iOS).

If you have already installed the app, please update the app or reinstall the app after deleting it from your device. (It is important to delete the app from your device first before reinstallation.)

Usage Information

What contents am I able to access during the free trial?

FAQ

What contents am I able to access during the free trial?

Our entire library is available during the free trial period. The only feature that is not available during this period is the Level Test, which is only available to paid subscribers. In addition, the free trial is not available for people who have accounts through their educational institution.

Usage Information

How much is a Reading Gate subscription?

FAQ

How much is a Reading Gate subscription?

A Reading Gate subscription is 30,000 won per month (30 days). Subscriptions can be purchased in 1-month (30 days), 2-month (60 days), 3-month (90 days), 6-month (180 days), and 12-month (365 days) packages. For pricing information, click on [Payments / Ticket Registration] from our Homepage.

Usage Information

Can I pause my subscription if I'm not able to study for a while?

FAQ

Can I pause my subscription if I'm not able to study for a while?

Yes. You may pause your subscription by going into the [My Info] menu and clicking [Pause Subscription]. Individual users are able to pause their subscription up to three times in one year, with each pause lasting up to 30 days. After 30 days, the subscription will automatically resume. If you wish to extend the pause period, you must go back and manually pause your subscription again.

Additional Information

Why am I not receiving any progress reports?

FAQ

Why am I not receiving any progress reports?

Weekly and/or Monthly progress reports are only sent to users who have agreed to receive them when first signing up. If you wish to receive these progress reports, go into the [My Info] menu and click on the [Account Info] tab. Then make sure "Yes" is selected next to "SMS Messages."

If you have not received any progress reports, even though you have signed up for them, please check to see that your phone number has been entered correctly. Also, check to see if Reading Gate's phone number (1599-0533) has not been flagged as spam.

If you've confirmed the above and are still having issues, please contact our Customer Center at 1599-0533.

Additional Information

Are Korean manuscripts of the books available?

FAQ

Are Korean manuscripts of the books available?

Korean manuscripts of the books are not available. It is recommended to understand the plots of the stories as you read, rather than interpreting them sentence by sentence.

At lower levels, storylines can be inferred from the illustrations. At higher levels, context can be used to understand the plots of the stories.

Additional Information

What are the minimum system requirements to run Reading Gate?

FAQ

What are the minimum system requirements to run Reading Gate?

Desktop and/or laptop users

Operating System: Windows 10 or later; Mac Catalina or later

Browser: Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge

※ Other operating systems, such as Linux, are not supported

※ Browsers such as Safari, Opera, etc. may result in unstable performance

※ Windows XP and Windows 7 as well as Internet Explorer 11 and earlier are no longer supported due to Microsoft ending its support of these products

Tablet PC and/or smartphone users

Android

Operating System: Android 6.0 or later

iOS

Operating System: iOS 11.0 or later

※ For mobile devices, the Reading Gate platform can only be accessed via the Reading Gate app.

※ Smart devices manufactured for special purposes will not be able to install the Reading Gate App due to the removal of certain OS features.

Additional Information

Are there any printable materials available?

FAQ

Are there any printable materials available?

While stories and quizzes are not available to print, vocabulary lists can be printed out. In addition, printable worksheets are available for selected eBooks in Levels PreK to 2C.

How to print vocabulary lists

Log in to Reading Gate via your PC. Click on [Go to Study], then [Library]. Find and click on the book of your choosing. Then click the [Vocabulary] button. (You can also print out the vocabulary list by clicking [Words] in the upper right corner while reading.)

How to print worksheets

Log in to Reading Gate via your PC. Click on [Go to Study], then [Library]. Find and click on the book of your choosing. Then click the [Worksheet] button.

※ Visit the official Reading Gate Café (https://cafe.naver.com/readinggatecafe) to download additional resources. Find the [English Study Materials] on the navigation pane on the left side of the page.

Additional Information

How can I purchase workbooks?

FAQ

How can I purchase workbooks?

Starting mid-August 2021, workbooks for DODO ABC as well as workbooks for Levels K through 2 will be available for sale through our online shopping store (https://smartstore.naver.com/readinggate).