5 Step Reading System

BE a READER.

Speed reading notes :

Before reading we have a 5 step reading system.

Step 1: Prepare

• Determine why you are reading and exactly what you want from the book.
• What is your purpose?
• When will you use the information?

This step should not take more than 5 minutes.

Step 2: Preview

• Familiarize yourself with the structure of the book.
• Go through the book quickly; look at its structure, paragraphs, chapters, cartoons, graphics and general layout.

Approximately 5 to 8 minutes.

Step 3: Passive Reading

• Skim to find key words and familiarize yourself with the language. Your familiarity with the language is a factor determining the speed at which you will be able to read.

Approximately 5 to 10 minutes.

Step 4: Active reading

• To familiarize yourself with the contents of the book read the first paragraph of each chapter and the first sentence in each paragraphs (if necessary).

Step 5: Selective reading

• Read only what you need to read.
• Always ask:

- why am I reading this?

- When am I going to use the information?

- Do I have what I need?