Reading speed is the rate at which a person reads printed or electronic text within a given amount of time, and it is typically measured by the number of words read per minute. The average reading speed of an adult is about 250 words per minute, but being average at reading won’t help your chances […]
Whether you are preparing for a standard test like the scholastic aptitude test (SAT), the graduate record examination (GRE), or simply looking to expand your vocabulary, you have come to the right place! In this article, we will tell you some long words beginning with the letter E. These words will consist of up to […]
Speed reading, which is reading chunks of words at a go without losing comprehension, is an appealing skill. Everyone wants to read a book, web page, or publication in less time to improve time management skills. Speed reading is not a myth. It’s possible to accelerate your reading speed by practicing, reading chunks of words […]
The average reading rates for kids in grades 1-6 are between 80Â and 185 words per minute (wpm). Teens have an average reading speed of 195 to 204 wpm. For college-aged adults, the average reading speed is between 200 and 300 words per minute. This speed declines steadily with age. Did you know that reading […]
The best memory improvement techniques are mnemonics (geography mnemonics, rhymes, Method of Loci & chunking memory), speed reading, spaced repetition, and mind mapping. It’s quite frustrating when you try recalling someone’s name or something you saw recently but can’t find the word to say it. Your memory slips off just when you need it the […]
Different brain parts get activated when you read, such as the temporal lobe, angular and supramarginal gyrus, and frontal lobe. Consequently, neural responses help you understand, visualize and vocalize words. As you read, your brain’s limbic system also activates emotions. Brain activity increases in the left hemisphere while reading. Your brain becomes engaged in helping […]
