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How to Read Better: 3 Simple Ways to Improve Reading Comprehension
Consider these questions that arise in theminds of all readers, the answers to whichwill frame the priorities of coached learning: How should I read the book? What amI looking for? What will we discuss? Howshould I prepare for those discussions?How do I know if my reading and discussions are effective? Toward what performance goals do this reading
... See moreJay McTighe • Understanding by Design
simple tactic for applying retrieval is, after reading a section from a book or sitting through a lecture, to try to write down everything you can remember on a blank piece of paper.
Scott H. Young • Ultralearning
Chances are, whatever you learn, you will eventually have to read about it. The more you read, the better, which means the faster and more efficiently you read, the faster and more efficient your learning will be.
Peter Hollins • The Science of Self-Learning: How to Teach Yourself Anything, Learn More in Less Time, and Direct Your Own Education (Learning how to Learn Book 1)
... See moreIn our busy and distracted society, deep reading is increasingly rare. Deep reading changes people. When you interact with people, you can tell who reads seriously and who doesn’t. This isn’t just a matter of mental ability or intelligence. There is a difference between raw cognitive horsepower and time spent immersed in complex and intricate ideas
Finally, you must learn how your focus and attention works in regard to reading. Give it the respect it deserves and take scheduled breaks, make games to read faster, and eliminate distractions.