Previewing material is one of the three basic speed reading techniques and allows picking the main idea and important information before digging into details. Previewing strategies are suitable for any material, but are rather used for non-fiction content than fiction books. The techniques are easy to understand and suitable for all ages. This post outlines major strategies to scan any material before reading. [Read more...]
3 Fast Previewing Strategies
February 26, 2011 By 1 Comment
19 Instant Speed Reading Tips
February 9, 2011 By 2 Comments
This compact list of free speed reading tips is easy to apply in daily life. It also comes in a printable pocket style. You may print and laminate your list (white/black) to have it on hand whenever you like. Review these easy tips daily to constantly increase your reading speed and comprehension. [Read more...]
21 Days Speed Reading Challenge, Part 2
February 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Welcome to part 2 of the free 21 Days Speed Reading Challenge. While module 1 was all about exercising basic speed reading techniques, module 2 will add a few advanced techniques to strengthen your skills. Jump on board and increase your reading speed! It’s free and fun.
Free 21 Days Speed Reading Challenge, Part I
January 29, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Today’s post introduces part one of the free 21 Days Speed Reading Challenge. The challenge is suitable for both beginners and experienced readers. It will focus on practicing speed reading techniques, and daily.
The big goal: increased reading speeds and comprehension as well as a more intuitive way in using those techniques. [Read more...]
Increase Reading Speed and Comprehension in 5 Steps
January 21, 2011 By 1 Comment
I like articles that come as a quick snap of how to do something. So, today we look at five important steps to increase reading speed and comprehension. You may click the image further down to enlarge the mind map providing extra information for each point. Please leave a comment to discuss any questions or suggestions! [Read more...]
Are bad reading habits really bad?
January 14, 2011 By 1 Comment
I recen
tly read a novel by Haruki Murakami and got totally lost in the story. I didn’t care about the time I spent reading nor did I wanted to know how many words I read per minute. I often read a sentence twice or was adding imaginary details to what had happened in the story; my mind was constantly wandering around. Does this sound like bad reading habits? Not to me, I pretty much enjoyed this style of reading. [Read more...]
