1. Reading techniques

2. Skimming Scanning Reading closely
Quickly look through a text reading only the introductory paragraph, highlighted sections, headings, summaries and pictures. You aim to pick out key information.
Scanning
Look quickly for something specific like dates, place or names. You tend to use chapter headings, titles, contents pages to help you.
Reading closely
Important when reading information such as exam questions. Every word should be read carefully and thought about.

3. skim, scan or read closely
skim, scan or read closely? Skim – getting the main idea Scan – looking for specific information Read Closely – reading every word
Reading an essay title
Reading a long boring from your aunt
Reading a mobile phone contract
Looking up your favourite TV programme
Looking at a library book to see if you can use it for a project
Find out how much flour is needed for your cupcakes
Reading your Controlled Assessment to see how to improve
1) read closely
2) skim
3) read closely
4) scan
5) scan
6) scan
7) scan/Read closely

4. Now think of 2 more examples for each reading technique
Now think of 2 more examples for each reading technique. Try to relate them to your GCSE subjects
Skim – getting the main idea Scan – looking for specific information Read Closely – reading every word

5. Final Advice…
It is crucial that you read information and questions carefully
If you don’t you could misunderstand the task leading you to answer or choose the wrong exam question, write about the wrong topic or waste valuable time
Always take your time, don’t rush
Be careful not careless!
Refer students to Letts Study Guide pages 30-35