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Have a positive attitude about reading |
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Read for ideas |
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Ask questions as they read |
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Manage their reading process |
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Schedule time for reading |
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Have a purpose for reading |
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Keep themselves motivated to read |
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Control their concentration |
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Use study systems and memory strategies |
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Underline, highlight, and/or mark their textbooks |
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Use graphic organizers as study guides |
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Try to relate what they're reading to someone they already know |
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Review by reading class notes and other materials |
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Ask for help as needed |
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Know what is going on in class due to ACTIVE READING. |
If these characteristics don't sound like you, you have to be motivated to change your
habits. Make a commitment to try some new techniques. You will be pleasantly
surprised by the results.
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Getting Started
SET A GOAL FOR YOURSELF
Don't try to read 70 pages all at once. Break up the reading into 2-5 shorter sessions - for whatever time you think you can concentrate. If you feel your concentration slipping before your time is up, stop, take a break, and then read some more.
READ WITH A PURPOSE
One way to give yourself something to read FOR is to use the GRAPHIC ORGANIZER. You can use the same organizer to read a chapter, study or plan an essay.(Using visual organizers to study)
READ WITH A PEN OR HIGHLIGHTER
and mark important terms, concepts, possible test questions etc. See more information on marking textbooks.
REVIEW AND RECITE
from your graphic organizer, notes or markings. Reviewing helps the information to stay in your memory. Reciting from your notes or markings provides another pathway into your memory; your auditory sense. Reciting is especially helpful for those who prefer auditory learning, but all can benefit from it.