Chapter 7 improving your reading speed and comprehension
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The document discusses techniques for improving reading speed and comprehension. It explains that the brain can only process one word at a time during reading. It recommends establishing a base understanding before reading, being flexible in reading speed for different material, and following ideas rather than fixations on individual words. The document also outlines eight specific ways to improve reading, such as using intonation to "hear" words mentally, building vocabulary, reviewing material after reading pages or paragraphs, and using skimming for different purposes.
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3. Post-reading tasks provide opportunities for students to relate what they read to their own knowledge and produce language based on what they learned.
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Reading is a process where the brain understands symbols on a page. There are different types of reading including skimming, scanning, intensive reading, extensive reading, and loud/silent reading. Skimming involves rapidly reading to get an overview while scanning uses keywords to locate specific facts. Intensive reading requires understanding details while extensive reading is for pleasure. Silent reading is ideal for comprehension while loud reading is used to avoid confusion when sharing information.
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