As a college student, you can develop your speed reading skills by unlearning subvocalization, training your peripheral vision, giving your eyes something to follow, such as a finger, and reading in word chunks as opposed to one continuous passage. How often a day do you use your reading skills as a college student? A lot! […]
Reading has a lot of benefits. It improves your knowledge, memory, communication skills, etc. However, getting the enriching benefits of reading depends on how well you comprehend what you read. Reading without comprehension is a complete waste of time. It’s equivalent to the proverbial “pouring water into a basket.” To aid comprehension, most people practice […]
The UCAT verbal reasoning segment is a high-tension part of the UCAT exam, which is why you need practical tips to pass it. You’ll need to sharpen your retention, answer questions strategically, scan at high speed, and manage your time effectively. UCAT is an exam specifically developed to ensure that healthcare professionals meet all the […]
Dyslexics can increase their reading speed by practicing more frequently, avoiding subvocalization, improving their visual span, and expanding their vocabulary. It may surprise you to learn that those who have dyslexia have a higher probability of becoming proficient speed readers. In his book “Right-Brained Children in a Left-Brained World,” Jeffrey Freed argues that children with […]
Subvocalization is a form of silent speech. It is a subconscious trait that occurs when someone makes an internal speech to translate printed words by sound. It helps the mind to access meanings and remember the terms in a text. Many people aren’t aware that they subvocalize while reading. However, the impact of this habit […]
Anyone can learn speed reading. It’s a powerful tool for expanding your knowledge, improving your school experience, or advancing your career. Speed reading is an effective way to increase your reading speed. To read faster, a silent reader must learn to eliminate subvocalization (silent speech). Individuals can also use their peripheral vision to connect words […]
