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Chapter 7:Reading Skills : 

THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE EXPERIENCE PLUS, 2ND EDITION AMY BALDWIN Chapter 7:Reading Skills BaldwinThe Community College Experience PLUS Copyright ©2010 by Pearson Education, Inc.All rights reserved.

Chapter 7 Objectives : 

Chapter 7 Objectives Understand the importance of reading effectively. List and follow the steps for breaking down long reading assignments for improving comprehension. Define “active reading” and “critical reading.” Differentiate between skimming and scanning. Understand the different methods for sharpening reading skills. BaldwinThe Community College Experience PLUS Copyright ©2010 by Pearson Education, Inc.All rights reserved.

College Reading Expectations : 

College Reading Expectations Different types Textbooks Articles Studies Large amounts Challenging topics Challenging language and style BaldwinThe Community College Experience PLUS Copyright ©2010 by Pearson Education, Inc.All rights reserved.

Handling Reading Assignments : 

Handling Reading Assignments Treat the assignment seriously. Organize assignments by size, importance, and date of completion. Set a definite time and place to read. Set a purpose for reading. Set reading goals. Take care of yourself. Complete a reading log. BaldwinThe Community College Experience PLUS Copyright ©2010 by Pearson Education, Inc.All rights reserved.

Active Reading : 

Active Reading Engage in reading by focusing your mind and body on the activity. Use skimming and scanning effectively. Remember and understand what you have read. BaldwinThe Community College Experience PLUS Copyright ©2010 by Pearson Education, Inc.All rights reserved.

Breaking Down the Material : 

Breaking Down the Material When reading actively, consider the following elements: Title Author Table of Contents Introduction Chapter titles and section headings Head notes Bibliography Index BaldwinThe Community College Experience PLUS Copyright ©2010 by Pearson Education, Inc.All rights reserved.

Reading in the Disciplines : 

Reading in the Disciplines Math Literature Languages Sciences Social Sciences BaldwinThe Community College Experience PLUS Copyright ©2010 by Pearson Education, Inc.All rights reserved.

Building Vocabulary : 

Building Vocabulary Read regularly. Look for context clues. Use a dictionary and thesaurus. Learn common Latin and Greek root words. Use new words in conversation and in your writing. BaldwinThe Community College Experience PLUS Copyright ©2010 by Pearson Education, Inc.All rights reserved.

Taking Notes While You Read : 

Taking Notes While You Read Take notes on the reading material or on separate sheets of paper. Write a one- or two-word summary after each paragraph. Write questions and reactions to the reading material. BaldwinThe Community College Experience PLUS Copyright ©2010 by Pearson Education, Inc.All rights reserved.

Improving Reading Speed : 

Improving Reading Speed Calculate your reading speed. Practice reading quickly and thoroughly. Gradually challenge yourself with longer, more difficult reading. Track your progress. BaldwinThe Community College Experience PLUS Copyright ©2010 by Pearson Education, Inc.All rights reserved.

Improving Comprehension : 

Improving Comprehension Take notes while you read. Write summaries of the reading. Answer textbook questions at the end of the chapters. Create your own reading quizzes. BaldwinThe Community College Experience PLUS Copyright ©2010 by Pearson Education, Inc.All rights reserved.

Critical Reading : 

Critical Reading Who is the author? Who is the audience? Are there factual errors? Are there any confusing points? Does the author adequately support his points? Is there anything left out? BaldwinThe Community College Experience PLUS Copyright ©2010 by Pearson Education, Inc.All rights reserved.

SQ3R : 

SQ3R Survey Question Read Recite Review BaldwinThe Community College Experience PLUS Copyright ©2010 by Pearson Education, Inc.All rights reserved

OK5R Reading Strategy : 

OK5R Reading Strategy Overview Key ideas Read Record Recite Review Reflect BaldwinThe Community College Experience PLUS Copyright ©2010 by Pearson Education, Inc.All rights reserved.

Other Reading Considerations : 

Other Reading Considerations Learn to read for pleasure. Reward yourself with reading your favorite author or genre. Seek help if you think you may have a reading difficulty. BaldwinThe Community College Experience PLUS Copyright ©2010 by Pearson Education, Inc.All rights reserved.

Chapter Wrap-up : 

Chapter Wrap-up Can you describe how best to handle assignments? Can you describe the differences between active and critical reading? Can you discuss the process of breaking down reading material? Can you explain the process of building your vocabulary? Can you compare and contrast improving comprehension and reading speed? Can you list the steps of both SQ3R and OK5R reading strategies? BaldwinThe Community College Experience PLUS 2nd edition Copyright ©2010 by Pearson Education, Inc.All rights reserved.