Reading Comprehension: 3-in-1 Guide to Master Speed Reading Techniques, Reading Strategies & Increase Reading Speed

By Troye Bates

Reading Comprehension - 3 Manuscripts in 1 Book, Including: How to Read Faster, How to Mind Map and How to Study Effectively.

 

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HOW TO READ FASTER:

7 Steps to Master Speed Reading Techniques, Reading Comprehension & Fast Reading.

 

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• Language: English
• Publisher: Troye Bates
• Release date: Dec 8, 2023
• ISBN: 9798869051479

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Book 1: How to Read Faster

Book 2: How to Mind Map

Book 3: How to Study Effectively

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Book 1: How to Read Faster

7 Easy Steps to Master Speed Reading Techniques, Reading Comprehension & Fast Reading Skills

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Book 1: How to Read Faster

Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1: Step 1 – Understand the Fundamentals of Speed Reading

What is Speed Reading?

Factors that affect Reading and Comprehension

Chapter 2: Step 2 – Identify Common Reading Problems

Chapter 3: Step 3 – Investigate Reading Difficulties of Young Learners

Dyslexia

Optilexia

Poor Short-Term Memory

Reading Anxiety

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Hyperactive-Impulsive ADHD

Combined-Type ADHD

Poor Functional Vision

Chapter 4: Step 4 – Appreciate the Benefits of Speed Reading

Advantages of Learning How to Read Fast

Why Speed Reading is Good for the Brain

Chapter 5: Step 5 – Master the Main Techniques to Improve Speed Reading

Scanning

Skimming

Skipping

Minimized Subvocalization

Chunking

Finger Tracking

Faster Page Turning

Chapter 6: Step 6 – Improve Your Reading Comprehension

Expand Your Vocabulary

Manage Your Environment to Eliminate Distractions

Practice Reading for Pleasure

Discuss What You Are Reading with a Friend

Pause When You Lose Focus and Reflect on What You Have Read

Chapter 7: Step 7 – Reevaluate Your Current Reading Strategies

Conclusion

Book 2: How to Mind Map

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Introduction

Chapter 1: Introduction to Mind Mapping

What Is Mind Mapping?

Mind Mapping Facts

Elements of a Mind Map

Hand-Drawn vs. Computerized Mind Maps

Different Ways You Can Put Mind Maps Together

Why You Should Use Mind Maps

Getting Started on Mind Mapping

Chapter 2: Applications of Mind Mapping

Brainstorming

Decision Making

Organizing Information

Strategic and Creative Thinking

Note-Taking

Planning

Studying and Memorization

Presentation

Project Management

Evaluating Situations

Chapter 3: Mind Mapping Techniques

The Mind Mapping Memory Technique (MMMT)

The Mind Mapping Organic Study Technique (MMOST)

Application

Chapter 4: 7 Easy Steps to Create an Effective Mind Map

7 Easy Steps to Master Mind Mapping Techniques

How Mind Mapping Can Help You

Chapter 5: Mastering Mind Mapping

Principles of Mind Mapping

How to Mind Map Using Tony Buzan’s 10 Laws of Mind Mapping

The Whole-Brain Thinking

Conclusion

Book 3: How to Study Effectively

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Introduction

Chapter 1: 7 Easy Steps to Study Effectively

Step 1 - Get Organized

Step 2 - Pay Attention in Class

Step 3 - Study with a Group

Step 4 - Master the Art of Note-Taking

Step 5 - Reduce Interference

Step 6 - Overlearn the Material

Step 7 - Make it Important

Chapter 2: Become a Succesful Student

Depending on Systems, Not Inspiration

Observing Whichever Fresh Information Acquired on the Same Day

Cultivate Positive Beliefs

Analyze the Mistakes You Make in Tests

Be Around People Who Are Inspired and Dedicated

Pre-commit to Precise Behaviors and Conducts

Don’t Blame Others

Cultivate a Sense of Tenacity

Helping Other Students in Their Studies

Test Yourself Periodically

Be Consistent in Your Study Time

Don’t Be Tempted to Cram in Your Session.

Set a Specific Goal or Aim

Review Your Notes

School is Not Everything

Intellectually Curious

Develop a Good Posture

Exercise on a Regular Basis

Get Enough Sleep

Create a Conducive Environment

Manage Your Thoughts and Emotions

Try the Use of Different Techniques

Ask Questions

Submit Your Assignments on Time

Have a Weekly Schedule

Don’t Multitask

Break Big Task into Smaller Ones

Eat Healthy

Prepare for Lectures Earlier

Challenge Yourself

Take Notes

Solution Finders

Chapter 3: Taking Notes

Revisiting Your Notes

Line Diagrams

System Maps

Index Cards

Using Tables

Highlighting and Annotating

Recording Notes

Outline Method

Cornell Technique

Boxing Method

Charting Method

Taking Notes with a Computer

Taking Notes on Paper

Integration Method

Sentence Method

Holistic Method

Visual Method

The Write-on-slides Method (WOS)

The 2-6 Method

T-Note Method

List Method

Continuum

Target Notes

Reporters Notes

Judge’s Notes

SQ3R Method

Guided Notes

Taking Notes in Lectures

Linear Notes

Chapter 4: Prepare for Your Exams

Getting in the Mood

Planning Study Time

Stay Healthy

Prepare an Outline

Use of Mnemonics

Mind Palaces

Get Organized

Writing Down Notes

Be Informed About the Exam

Study Groups

Pragmatic Approach

Ask Questions

Say No to’ Bad Influence’

Learn from Your Mistakes

Avoid Procrastination

Work Smarter

Meditate

Reading Key Facts More Than Once

Music

Avoid Multitasking

Be Attentive in Class

Trust Yourself

Be Calm

Read Instructions

Use Documentary Video

Study Area

Write Neatly

Study Breaks

Watch for Clues

Understand the Concept

Question Yourself

Meeting You Lecturer

Revolve Your Focus

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Introduction

The ability to read is, without a doubt, one of the most important skills that we require to survive and thrive as humans. Usually, we learn how to read very early in life and spend the rest of our lives, developing this skill. Typically, a normal adult can read about 250 to 300 words per minute. However, many studies have shown that with the right training and daily practice, anyone can increase their reading skills and become better at speed reading. The average reading rate of a speed reader can be as high as 1500 words per minute. Although this sounds very alluring, it is important to realize that comprehension is just as important, if not more important, than simply reading fast. It is, therefore, important for one to develop their comprehension skills  along with their reading abilities.

This guide is designed to help students, as well as working adults, nurture their reading and comprehension skills to become effective speed readers. We are going to explore the art of speed reading, what it entails, and why it is important. We are also going to investigate factors that affect one’s reading ability, as well as common problems that many young learners, as well as adults, face when it comes to reading. Furthermore, this guide discusses tips and techniques that one can employ to enhance their reading abilities to become a better learner. We will also look at the benefits of speed reading to comprehension and learning. Hopefully, by the end you will be equipped with the knowhow to improve your reading abilities.

All the information in this guide is drawn from extensive research, personal anecdotes, and factual data. While this guide should not be considered as a full-proof manual on speed reading, I have no doubt that you will find very practical and useful tips herein.

Chapter 1: Step 1 – Understand the Fundamentals of Speed Reading

Reading is undoubtedly one of the most common everyday activities that we do as human beings. Since reading is the primary medium through which we gather information, it is natural for us to want to do it faster and more effectively. While the average person can read only about 200 words per minute, it is possible to become faster at reading without compromising your comprehension ability. College students are typically able to develop their reading speed much easier compared to working adults. This is due to the fact that students typically spend significant amounts of time reading and analyzing copious amounts of information. Nevertheless, learning how to read first is a skill that anyone can develop with daily practice and patience.

In this chapter, we are going to discuss the fundamentals of speed reading, including factors that affect one’s reading speed.

What is Speed Reading?

Speed reading is a subject that has garnered a lot of controversy over the past couple of years. While many proponents of speed reading praise it for its effectiveness on learning and comprehension, some naysayers still insist that it is an elaborate hoax at best.

So, what is speed reading?

Speed reading essentially refers to the art of reading fast, often many times faster than the average person. An experienced speed reader can typically read very rapidly, often assimilating several sentences or phrases at once. This allows them to read and comprehend long texts in a very short period of time.

Many advocates of speed reading claim that it can greatly boost IQ and improve memorization. However, some critics insist that speed reading can lower comprehension since most fast readers often fail to pay attention to absorb the information. Therefore, while speed reading is an invaluable asset that can help one navigate through copious amounts of information at work or school, it is very important not to allow speed to compromise comprehension of what is read.

Factors that affect Reading and Comprehension

The ability to read makes up only one part of literacy. In order for the text that is read to be of any practical use, it is important for one to be able to comprehend it. After all, there is no point in reading what you cannot understand. That is simply an exercise in futility and a complete waste of time. Reading comprehension is a highly complex and multifaceted cognitive process that involves numerous factors. Therefore, in order to become an effective speed reader without jeopardizing your comprehension abilities, it is of great importance that you become aware of the factors that affect reading comprehension.

Here are some of the cognitive factors that may influence one’s reading comprehension abilities:

Vocabulary

The speed at which one is able to read and comprehend new information is determined to a large extent by the vocabulary they have learned. Understanding the meanings of familiar words makes it possible for readers to comprehend their relationships with other words in a given text. This, in turn, makes it easier for them to decipher meaning very quickly. An individual’s vocabulary typically draws from their literary knowledge. Therefore, an individual who reads a lot of literature is more likely to have a much more developed vocabulary that one who does not. They will, therefore, be more adept at reading fast.

Background Knowledge

The amount of background knowledge  that an individual has on a particular subject plays a significant role in their  reading and comprehension abilities. Readers typically depend on their background knowledge to connect what they already know, with whatever information they are acquiring in the text they are reading.

Background knowledge is usually derived from an individual’s real-life experiences as well as the literature that they have read. In essence, the ability to call to past memory information and link it with the text they are currently reading can help an individual become a more skilled speed reader.

Fluency

Fluency refers to one’s ability to read fast, accurately, and with proper expression and pronunciation. Becoming fluent at reading is very important because it allows readers to become faster at reading while also enhancing their comprehension of what they read. It also makes them able to retain information better. Although no one is born with fluent reading abilities, fluency is a skill that anyone can develop with dedication and daily practice. As one develops fluency in reading, they spend less time trying to make out the meanings of sentences and focus instead of the meanings of entire sentences and paragraphs. This can have tremendous positive benefits on their speed reading abilities.

Active Reading

Most elementary school students tend to rely on instructors to guide them through certain texts. However, as they proceed to higher levels of learning like the university, they develop active reading to help them gather information on their course material. Through consistent active reading, they become skilled at speed reading and comprehension, since they are equipped with the tools of analysis, research, and reasoning.

Critical Thinking

Critical thinking abilities are very crucial when it comes to effective reading and comprehension. Readers who possess good critical thinking skills are able to interact with texts in more effectively. They are able to easily deduce the main idea of a given text as well as auxiliary ideas that support it. It also enables them to quickly draw comparisons and connections between ideas, which further enhances their comprehension abilities.

Chapter 2: Step 2 – Identify Common Reading Problems

In this chapter we will discuss common reading difficulties and how to remedy them. By the end of this chapter, you should be able