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- 1. Reading and writing Skills for effective Health care providers By Wesly Kipkoech Langat
- 3. Reading Definition •An active process of constructing meaning •Making meaning out of print/Written material •A cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message
- 4. Definition… • An interpretation of something that is written •Mental representation of the meaning or significance of something
- 5. Reading efficiently by reading intelligently •Think about what you want to know •Know your purpose of reading •Read the introduction, headings and summary •Read the first/last sentence of paragraphs
- 6. CONT… •Introduction helps on what is covered •Headings give an overall view of the subject •First/Last sentences provide paragraph’s info • Summary shows what the whole message is
- 8. Knowing how Deeply to study the Material •Skim through for shallow knowledge •Moderate information, •read chapters and summaries in details, •Read chapters’ contents •Pick and understand key words/concepts
- 9. Cont.… •Reading actively by highlighting and understanding key information and taking notes as you progress. This will help emphasize information in your mind and helps in review of important points later.
- 11. Requirements for reading •Difficult subjects-more energy •Read in a quiet place (Library). •Avoid reading in bed •Have adequate light.
- 13. WRITING SKILLS
- 14. DEFINITIONS • the knowledge and abilities related to expressing ideas through the written word. • The ability to clearly communicate ideas through writing is in high demand for employers in any industry.
- 16. WRITING SKILLS EXAMPLES • Research • Outlining • Editing • Reading comprehension • Time management
- 18. STRATEGIES FOR WRITING •Know Your Goal and State It Clearly. ... •Use the Correct Tone for Your Purpose. ... •Keep Language Simple. ... •Stay on Topic and Keep It Concise. ... •Use Active Voice. ... •Have Someone Proofread Your Writing.
- 19. TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE WRITING •Know your audience •Kiss •Proofread- read, read, read
- 20. TIPS ON IMPROVING WRITING SKILLS • Take grammar quizzes. • Know your audience. • Read your writing aloud. • Vary your sentence structure. • Practice daily. • Read regularly
- 21. TIPS…… • Make Writing a Daily Exercise • Read, Read, and Read Some More • Try not to use any complicated, long words • Develop a Thorough Editing Session • Develop a Clear Message • Sit Down and Write!
- 23. METHODS REQUIRE RING EWS IN WORK PLACES •Emails •Report writing •Technical writing
- 24. FURTHER READINGS •Writing skills for the interview •Writing skills for cover letters •Writing skills for resumes These apply when applying for a job
- 27. Do you have these skills?