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We investigated the efficacy of a shorter version of the Text Structure Strategy (TSS) training (MEYER, YOUNG & BARTLETT, 1989) with a group of native Portuguese speakers learning English as a second language, and a group of English monolingual speakers. In Experiment 1, English learners of low-intermediate proficiency received a 2-hour training session on the TSS in either Portuguese, or English. We expected a greater gain in reading recall measures for the group trained in Portuguese. Results from Experiment 1 showed only a slight increase in recall associated with the use of text structure for training in the first language, while accuracy of recalls improved significantly for the group trained in Portuguese. In Experiment 2, English native speakers received the same 2-hour training in English. We expected an increase in both reading recall measures after training. Contrary to what was expected, this group did not show any improvement with training. These findings are discussed in terms of how the two groups may be different. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]