Are you aware that you read the title of this blog post twice? First, you READ it, and then you said the same thing in your head? Reading and speaking the exact words in our heads is called subvocalization. It is an in-built technique that enables us to “hear” what we read. Although a natural […]
There are simple exercises you could practice at home to improve your reading speed instantly. However, you need to practice for at least five to fifteen minutes daily to increase your words per minute. Your reading speed eventually will be consistent, above the average 250 words per minute, and perhaps steadily increase to more than […]
Pacers help to make reading on a computer faster and easier. You can use the highlight feature or your mouse as a pacer to help guide your reading. If the pages you want to read are clustered and pose a challenge to your eyes, copy and paste them, then reformat to improve readability. Using your […]
One of the most fundamental principles of speed reading involves the use of your hand as a guide, usually your index finger while reading, or also using your pen. This way of reading is especially great for children learning to read. As they are deciphering through text using their index finger and tracking the text […]
Do you have lots of paperwork to get through with the deadline stalking you at every corner? Is there a lot of reading involved? Are you keen on learning how to master the art of accurately measuring your reading speed? Improving your reading involves determining your reading efficiency by measuring your reading speed. It consists […]
Sometimes we get asked the question… Is there really a need for speed reading? If we force ourselves to read the material faster, won’t that just take a way from the whole enjoyment of reading? Normally when it comes to our workshops, the need for speed reading is usually fuelled by the demands to consume […]
