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Is Speed Reading Easy to Learn?

Is Speed Reading Easy to Learn?

Speed reading is the use of specific techniques to improve your ability to read and absorb a large amount of content quickly.Β  Speed reading is a very easy skill to learn, but it requires constant practice to accomplish. This will involve eliminating all bad reading habits, learning some speed reading techniques, and using adequate speed […]

What Makes Old English Hard to Read

What Makes Old English Hard to Read?

We find classics hard to comprehend because we lack the ancient language and cultural context. None of us was around when Plato wrote Republic or when Shakespeare penned Hamlet. Therefore, we aren’t familiar with the complexity of the societies, their morals, and what life was about back then.Β  You may find classic books like Pride […]

7 Tips to Study More Efficiently

7 Tips to Study More Efficiently

The most efficient learning methods are counterintuitive. They defy common sense. There is nothing like a math person or a science guru; attitude is everything. It determines your eagerness to learn, and learning is through practice, visualization, and retrieval. Learning is acquiring new knowledge through study, experience, or teachings. It is a never-ending practice. On […]

How to Improve Your Reading Speed If English Is Not Your First Language

How to Improve Your Reading Speed If English Is Not Your First Language

If English is not your first language, you can improve your reading speed by improving your English vocabulary, reading English text always, using meta guiding when reading, using a speed reading tool like AccelaReader, and taking a speed reading course. Reading speed determines how fast you access information. So, improving your reading speed will help […]

What Is Mind Mapping? (and How to Use It for Studying)

What Is Mind Mapping? (And How To Use It For Studying)

Mind mapping is a way of representing information and relationships visually. Information is presented in the form of a β€œmind map,” a type of spider diagram. The information is organized radially around a core concept. Mind mapping has been proven useful for memorization and learning, especially for students. In this brief article, we will explore […]

What Is the Best Approach for Reading Comprehension?

What Is the Best Approach for Reading Comprehension?

The best approach for reading comprehension is to practice key comprehension strategies. These include but are not limited to improving your reading skills, enhancing your vocabulary, and developing your critical thinking skills.Β  Read comprehension is critical to your understanding of any text. It is important for both children and adults. It leads to improved learning […]