36). One way to extend understanding is to synthesize information through the use of summaries and search strategies. Many researchers support the idea of ​​teaching students how to summarize main ideas because it has a positive impact on comprehension (Dymock & Nicholson, 2010; NICHD, 2000). One way to summarize information is through summarization. Teaching students how to summarize what they have just read has been shown to improve overall comprehension, although it can be difficult for students (Boling & Evans, 2008; Neufeld, 2005). One way to create a summary is through the use of graphic aids. When students are able to create a mental representation of what they read, this will help them better synthesize information (Massey & Heafner, 2004). Another strategy a teacher can use to help with reading posts is to create questions. According to Robertson, Ford-Connors, & Paratore, 2014, “Questions can serve as instructional scaffolds that prompt students to construct more elaborate responses or think more deeply about content” (p..