Tips for Reading
Posted by admin on October 19th, 2009
Like it or not being able to read and retain what you read is an essential skill when it comes to education. Most students, I am no exception; try to get away with the least amount of reading possible if they, in fact, read the necessary materials at all! So, when I came across this article written by Sam Zolin on tips to reading effectively I wanted to share.
Check out his article for more details on each tip, but here is a short summary:
Tip #1 – Start early
Start a few days in advance and do a little at a time.
Tip #2 – Skim
Skim the article/assignment to highlight the main points and take notes then go back and actually read the assignment.
Tip #3 – Vocabulary
Keep a dictionary handy while you’re reading.
Tip #4 – Notes
Take notes while you’re reading on a separate sheet of paper or type them up in a document. Helps to retain what you’ve read and when review time rolls around.
Tip #5 – Stop!
Learn when to take a break. Break up the reading and make it manageable.
Tip #6 – Study Buddies
Find a fellow classmate that which you can discuss the assignment.
Tip #7 – Practice, Practice, Practice!
Pick up a good book and read for pleasure every once in a while. When the topic is something you find interesting you’ll find yourself breezing through the book yet still understanding and remembering the plot. Practicing this way will help a lot when you have to dig into that next assignment.
Do you have any other tips or tricks to help with reading assignments? What has worked for you?
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