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2Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 C H A P T E R How to define your reading purpose The Five-Part Reading System Active reading strategies Reading in alignment with your learning style How to build a better vocabulary Special strategies for managing language courses In Chapter 5 You Will Learn 5 5 Active Reading

3Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Visualize a picture of yourself reading quickly. Visualize a picture of your self reading quickly, comprehending, and recalling information effortlessly. Imagine thinking: I enjoy reading and I will retain this information. See yourself as an explorer discovering new information, building on facts and concepts, and developing skills to retain and recall. Feel confident about your ability.

4Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Success Principle 5 5 Focus on the PRESENT, not the past.

5Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 The Importance of Active Reading To be an effective reader, you must become actively involved with what you are reading. continued

6Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 To read a writer is for me not merely to get an idea of what he says, but to go off with him, and travel in his company. ” “ —Andrew Gide, writer

7Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 The Importance of Active Reading To improve comprehension: Preview. Take notes. Outline main points. Dig out ideas. continued cont’d

8Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 The Importance of Active Reading Jot down key words. Finding definitions. Ask and answer questions. Underline important points. Look for patterns and themes. cont’d continued

9Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 The Importance of Active Reading Summarizing in your own words Reviewing for recall cont’d

10Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Reading Systems Factors that affect your reading comprehension are: Skill level. Vocabulary. Ability to concentrate. Ability to recall what you read.

11Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 To succeed in business, learn to be a critical reader. You will be able to keep up with journals, professional readings, memos, reports, surveys, and a stack of daily mail.

12Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 The Five-Part Reading System 1.Prepare. 2.Preview. 3.Predict questions. 4.Pick out key words. 5.Paraphrase.

13Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 The Five-Part Reading System Prepare mentally. Prepare physically. Eliminate distractions. Choose a study area. 1. Prepare Survey material. Read objectives. Connect concepts, terms, formulas. Look at visuals. Understand assignment. 2. Preview Change section headings into questions. Ask: Who? What? Where? When? Why? 3. Predict Questions Outline, underline, and highlight key words, ideas, definitions, facts, and concepts. Develop a traditional outline or mind map. 4. Pick Out Key Words Paraphrase, summarize, review. Recite summary after class. Explain material to partner. Carry note cards. 5. Paraphrase and Review Graphic Organizer

14Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 The SQ3R Reading System Survey the material before reading it. Find the main points and ask questions. Read the material. Recite the main ideas and key points in your own words. Review the material carefully. S Q R R R

15Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Preparation for Reading Prepare yourself mentally through affirmations. continued

16Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Preparation for Reading Retention is the process by which you store information. If you think something is important, you will retain it. continued cont’d

17Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Preparation for Reading Being in the present means being mindful and keenly aware. Become aware of your posture, your thoughts, and your surroundings. continued cont’d

18Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Preparation for Reading Read when you are most rested and alert. Read at your study area. continued cont’d

19Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Preparation for Reading Clarify your purpose for reading. Plan the material you intend to read, and set a goal for the for the time it will take. continued cont’d

20Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Preparation for Reading The goal in previewing is to read quickly for overall understanding of main concepts and ideas. cont’d

21Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Reading Strategies 1.Outline main points. 2.Predict questions. 3.Read actively. 4.Take frequent breaks. 5.Make connections. 6.Talk with the author. continued

22Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Reading Strategies 7.Read in alignment with your learning style. 8.Identify key words. cont’d

23Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Reviewing 1.Summarize in writing. 2.Recite aloud. 3.Review. 4.Review often.

24Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Summarize your material after a lecture. Then explain it to your study partner. Teaching something to someone else reinforces your learning.

25Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Barriers to Effective Reading The greatest barrier to effective reading is attitude. continued

26Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Barriers to Effective Reading The more you read, the more your reading skills will improve. As your attitude improves, so will your reading ability and your vocabulary. cont’d

27Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Managing Language Courses Some reading and study tips for students who are studying different languages are: Practice exercises. Keep up with your reading. Carry note cards with you. continued

28Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Managing Language Courses Recite out loud. Form study teams. Listen to tapes. Visualize. Model and tutor. cont’d continued

29Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Managing Language Courses Focus on key words. Have fun. cont’d

30Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Vocabulary Building People often judge the intelligence of another person by the ability to communicate through words. continued

31Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Vocabulary Building Some methods for building your vocabulary are: Realize the power and value of words. Observe your words and habits.Be creative and articulate.Associate with articulate people.Be aware and alert.Look up words you don’t know. Study how you can use words in conversations. Write new words in a journal.Practice mentally.Practice in conversation.Read.Review great speeches.Invest in a vocabulary book.Look for context clues.Look for common word parts. cont’d

32Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Technical Reading Use the following strategies to help you with technical material: Read: 1.Graphic title 2.Accompanying captions 3.Column titles 4.Labels or symbols and their interpretations 5.Data (percentages, totals, figures, etc.) continued

33Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Technical Reading Identify the type of graphic you are looking at. Identify the purpose of the graphic. Connect the graphic to the chapter material. cont’d continued

34Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Technical Reading In your own words, explain the information depicted in the graphic. Share your interpretation of it with your study group members. cont’d

35Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Graphics enhance and explain the written material that appears in the text.

36Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Reading Forms You can apply good reading skills when filling out a form or application. Read directions carefully when filling out a form. continued

37Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Filling Out Forms Figure 5.2

38Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Bring a blue or black pen and a #2 pencil when you have forms to fill out.

39Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Reading Forms Use the following tips when filling out forms: Scan the document carefully. Ask questions if you need to. Read the small print. continued cont’d

40Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Reading Forms Fill in all the questions that pertain to you. Write clearly, particularly numbers. Bring pertinent documents. Reread your responses. cont’d

41Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Prepare mentally.

42Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Prepare physically.

43Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Clarify purpose.

44Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Preview.

45Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Outline main points.

46Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Predict questions.

47Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Read actively.

48Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Pick out key words.

49Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Summarize.

50Peak Performance C H A P T E R Active Reading 5 Review and review often.

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