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Many people who want to improve reading skills are already avid readers. One of the main objectives for these individuals is to have the ability to read faster while retaining more information accurately. This is not a very easy task. Even the well-versed reader will admit that taking in a lot of written information quickly does not usually result in comprehension and recall.
But what if we could improve reading skills to the point where we could take in a plethora of written information in a fraction of the time and still recall that information accurately? This is possible but it takes a lot of time and a lot of practice. I have never taken a course in speed-reading but I have read up on some strategies that make the ability to retain information quickly and accurately within reach for anyone who wants to improve reading skills in this manner.
The first thing to remember is that you can remember. People often question their ability to retain information and this lack of confidence is behind the inability to read quickly and accurately. We tend to second guess ourselves when it comes to our abilities. In order to effectively improve reading skills we need to embrace the idea that we can succeed with a little effort.
One method used to improve reading skills is called SQ3R. This method is an extremely valuable way of gathering and retaining information whether you are studying a textbook or reading your favorite magazine.
SQ3R is quite simple to remember. The letters stand for survey, question, read, recite and review. This may sound like a lot of work but you will find that you improve your reading skills so much through this method that it is worth the effort. Once you have mastered this approach to perusing text then it will become almost second nature to you. You will read quicker and retain more information than you ever thought possible.
The first thing you want to do when applying the SQ3R method is survey the material. This should take a matter of minutes and gradually seconds as you become accustomed to the system. Make mental notes about the subject headlines and major points as you survey.
Next you want to question what the article or text is about. This will help you work with information you already know. Working with what you have already learned is a big step to improve reading skills.
The next three steps are obvious: read, recite and review. After you read the text actively recall the information for yourself while it is fresh. Quickly review what you have learned through the text. This may sound like a lot of work but believe me this is one of the best ways to improve reading skills. It beats reading the entire article all over again.
By John Kirkham
But what if we could improve reading skills to the point where we could take in a plethora of written information in a fraction of the time and still recall that information accurately? This is possible but it takes a lot of time and a lot of practice. I have never taken a course in speed-reading but I have read up on some strategies that make the ability to retain information quickly and accurately within reach for anyone who wants to improve reading skills in this manner.
The first thing to remember is that you can remember. People often question their ability to retain information and this lack of confidence is behind the inability to read quickly and accurately. We tend to second guess ourselves when it comes to our abilities. In order to effectively improve reading skills we need to embrace the idea that we can succeed with a little effort.
One method used to improve reading skills is called SQ3R. This method is an extremely valuable way of gathering and retaining information whether you are studying a textbook or reading your favorite magazine.
SQ3R is quite simple to remember. The letters stand for survey, question, read, recite and review. This may sound like a lot of work but you will find that you improve your reading skills so much through this method that it is worth the effort. Once you have mastered this approach to perusing text then it will become almost second nature to you. You will read quicker and retain more information than you ever thought possible.
The first thing you want to do when applying the SQ3R method is survey the material. This should take a matter of minutes and gradually seconds as you become accustomed to the system. Make mental notes about the subject headlines and major points as you survey.
Next you want to question what the article or text is about. This will help you work with information you already know. Working with what you have already learned is a big step to improve reading skills.
The next three steps are obvious: read, recite and review. After you read the text actively recall the information for yourself while it is fresh. Quickly review what you have learned through the text. This may sound like a lot of work but believe me this is one of the best ways to improve reading skills. It beats reading the entire article all over again.
By John Kirkham
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