Did you ever find yourself reading a chapter in a textbook and not being able to remember what you read? Use the tips below to improve your reading habits:
Where should you read?
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Pay attention to location. Read in a place where you are likely to stay awake and focused.
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Choose a location that has adequate lighting and ventilation.
When should you read?
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Whenever you are faced with the least distractions!
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The time of day when you are most awake.
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Notice when you are no longer paying attention. What are you thinking about? Keep a worry sheet handy.
How to read?
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Begin by surveying what you are about to read. Look at the major heading, the charts and pictures, read the summary, study the review questions.
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Read only one paragraph at a time. Do not mark as you read.
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When you finish the paragraph, write a question about it in the margin of your textbook.
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Now highlight or circle the answer to the question in the paragraph.
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Next cover the text and ask yourself the question written in the margin.
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Recite the answer in your own words.
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You are now ready to read the next paragraph.
Why read this way?
It may take you longer , but . . .
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You can read short bits at a time
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You never have to re-read the chapter.
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You practice test questions in advance.
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It is a systematic way to study.
