Reading to Actually Understand
Example: Whenever I finish a book, I write a summary without looking at my notes. I ask myself: How would I explain this book to a friend? Which concepts do I actually remember? What’s one insight I want to apply?
I then publish my summaries on Goodreads or turn them into articles (for example here or here)—because teaching something is the ultimate... See more
I then publish my summaries on Goodreads or turn them into articles (for example here or here)—because teaching something is the ultimate... See more
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
2Look out for the central message, and when you think you’ve located it you have a starting point for your Mind Map. Read on with an open, enquiring mind and try to bring the text alive by using your creative imagination. 3Try not to read passively. Think things through and question the logic behind various statements. If you play an active role du
... See moreDominic O'Brien • How to Pass Exams: Accelerate Your Learning, Memorise Key Facts, Revise Effectively
Read and highlight anything
Listen and become interested in other points of view and embrace change as well as new things. Allow information to come to you. Open all channels to receive information.