The Art of Reading in a Knowledge Society: Commentary on the Special Issue on Models of Multiple Text Comprehension

This special issue presents an outstanding overview of theoretical models of multiple text comprehension. The goal of this commentary is to synthesize insights from the four models and identify recurring themes. In so doing, I outline skills needed by the proficient reader emphasizing the importance of adaptivity. I conclude with an outlook on potentials of and barriers to promoting the skills of multiple document comprehension in a sustainable way.