Caroline Kepnes could not have said it better. “The problem with books is that they end,” and you’re probably looking for more recommendations because you don’t want to pick just any book. It’s time-consuming to scroll through New York Best Sellers’ top five list, month after month. Voracious speed readers have probably already read the […]
Developing a personalized study strategy customized to suit your learning style, capacity, and needs will help improve your academics. But if you are preparing for an important exam and find it difficult to recall what you have learned, it is time to change your method and choose a technique that will enable you to retain […]
Speed reading involves utilizing your peripheral vision and eliminating subvocalization (silent speech) to scan blocks of text. Speed reading can not only save you time, but it can also help improve the comprehension of what you read and the ability to recall that information. Speed reading can help you consume large volumes of text and […]
Comprehension strategies refer to methods employed during reading to understand written material better. These techniques make it easier for a reader to make sense of what they are reading and help to improve their quality of thought, critical thinking, and creativity. As a student, you must develop adequate comprehension skills to get good grades and […]
Monitoring comprehension is determining whether you understand the text you are reading. When you realize that you can’t articulate the passage’s main idea, then you can take steps to improve your comprehension before continuing to read. Students and readers know how crucial reading comprehension and retention are. Comprehension monitoring is important because it enhances reading […]
Memorization and understanding are both essential in knowledge acquisition. You must not always memorize information before you understand it. However, memorization is necessary in many instances because memorized information is often the foundation for understanding. In 2012, Michael Cove, a UK Secretary of State for Education, gave a speech on education policy and said, “memorization […]
