An Introduction to Speed Reading
The first of two articles on speed reading by Adam Harley
Speed reading isn’t too difficult. Try a couple of these tips and techniques, and you can already increase your reading speed.
Speed reading is an enhanced form of reading. It uses many of the same methods and ideas, but enhances them to the point where speed reading is better than regular reading in nearly every way. Speed reading mainly has to do with better understanding language structure, and applying that knowledge when reading.
These are just a couple of tips that might help you increase your reading speed. This is by no means a speed reading manual or course, but it will help you get an idea of good techniques for increasing reading speed and comprehension.
In the same way writers write for different purposes, readers should always pay attention to what exactly they’re reading and why. Some readers read mainly for pleasure and entertainment, while others read for learning and information. The main purpose before reading should always be to know what the writer wants to convey. Using this information, you can already improve your reading speed and comprehension.
Fast reading is very important for any adult. The faster you can read, the more you can read. It’s as simple as that. It doesn’t matter if you’re one of the people that has to read large texts, articles, journals and books. Regardless of your primary use for reading, reading faster will be extremely beneficial.
First of all, you can improve your learning, memory and reading speed by paying attention to the things outside of the main body of the text. Read the titles and headings. Check for charts, diagrams and graphs. Try to get an overall understanding of the entire text before you even start reading it. You should always try to determine the theme and general sense of the text before reading it.
If you’re reading about something you’re unfamiliar with, try reading other things on the side, dealing with the same topic. Even if you have knowledge about the subject, you can enhance your understanding by reading a little more. Look up some articles on the internet, and check Wikipedia for some info. The more you know about the topic, the easier it will be to read about the topic.
When you’re reading, make sure to make regular use of the dictionary. This is an extremely valuable and extremely easy way to enhance your vocabulary. After reading through a couple difficult texts, and looking up the words you don’t know, you’ll notice it’ll become easier and easier to read “difficult” material.
About the Author
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