Lesson 6 Reading Skills - SQ3R method for detailed reading
S Q 3 R
(Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review)
Set yourself a section to read, mark the section with paper bookmarks - this helps you feel in control of a large text book. Set small amounts at first, you can always do more if the time allows.
Before you read, SURVEY the chapter:
* the title, headings, and subheadings
* captions under pictures, charts, graphs or maps
* review questions or teacher-made study guides
* introductory and concluding paragraphs
* summary
* read the glossary for the chapter if there is one.
QUESTION while you are surveying:
* Turn the title, headings, and/or subheadings into questions;
* Read questions at the end of the chapters or after each subheading;
* Ask yourself, "What did my teacher say about this chapter or subject when it was assigned?", “What is my purpose for this reading”
* Use the KWL method, (“What do I know”, “What do I want to know” and later “What have I learnt”
WRITING the questions adds a further layer making it SQW3R
When you begin to READ:
* Look for answers to the questions you first raised;
* Answer questions at the beginning or end of chapters or study guides
* Reread captions under pictures, graphs, etc.
* Study graphic aids
* Stop and reread parts which are not clear after finishing a section (rereading during the section will waste time as you may understand it later on).
* Read only a section at a time and recite after each section
RECITE after you've read a section:
* Ask yourself questions OUT LOUD about what you have just read and/or summarize, in your own words, what you read or
* Take notes from the text but write the information in your own words
* Think what are the “KEY WORDS”
* Underline/highlight important points you've just read (in your notes and in the text book if you can)
Use the method of recitation which best suits your particular learning style but remember, the more senses you use the more likely you are to remember what you read.
TRIPLE STRENGTH LEARNING: Seeing, saying, hearing
QUADRUPLE STRENGTH LEARNING: Seeing , saying , hearing, writing!!!
REVIEW is an ongoing process.
* Use the Jeopardy method (see note taking lesson 5)
* Review at 1 day, 2/3 days and one week to ensure effective recall
* Make a mind map
* Prepare revision cards for later exams or tests
Having difficulties?
Try these tips
* Choose a small amount of reading to begin with.
* If you do not understand your reading, do not panic! Set it aside, and read it again the next day. If necessary, repeat. This allows your brain to process the material, even while you sleep. This is referred to as distributed reading.
* Separate out what you do understand from what you do not.
* Try internet searches or study/revision guides for summaries of concepts to help understanding.
* If the reading is still a challenge, ask your fellow students, teachers or tutors
(Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review)
Set yourself a section to read, mark the section with paper bookmarks - this helps you feel in control of a large text book. Set small amounts at first, you can always do more if the time allows.
Before you read, SURVEY the chapter:
* the title, headings, and subheadings
* captions under pictures, charts, graphs or maps
* review questions or teacher-made study guides
* introductory and concluding paragraphs
* summary
* read the glossary for the chapter if there is one.
QUESTION while you are surveying:
* Turn the title, headings, and/or subheadings into questions;
* Read questions at the end of the chapters or after each subheading;
* Ask yourself, "What did my teacher say about this chapter or subject when it was assigned?", “What is my purpose for this reading”
* Use the KWL method, (“What do I know”, “What do I want to know” and later “What have I learnt”
WRITING the questions adds a further layer making it SQW3R
When you begin to READ:
* Look for answers to the questions you first raised;
* Answer questions at the beginning or end of chapters or study guides
* Reread captions under pictures, graphs, etc.
* Study graphic aids
* Stop and reread parts which are not clear after finishing a section (rereading during the section will waste time as you may understand it later on).
* Read only a section at a time and recite after each section
RECITE after you've read a section:
* Ask yourself questions OUT LOUD about what you have just read and/or summarize, in your own words, what you read or
* Take notes from the text but write the information in your own words
* Think what are the “KEY WORDS”
* Underline/highlight important points you've just read (in your notes and in the text book if you can)
Use the method of recitation which best suits your particular learning style but remember, the more senses you use the more likely you are to remember what you read.
TRIPLE STRENGTH LEARNING: Seeing, saying, hearing
QUADRUPLE STRENGTH LEARNING: Seeing , saying , hearing, writing!!!
REVIEW is an ongoing process.
* Use the Jeopardy method (see note taking lesson 5)
* Review at 1 day, 2/3 days and one week to ensure effective recall
* Make a mind map
* Prepare revision cards for later exams or tests
Having difficulties?
Try these tips
* Choose a small amount of reading to begin with.
* If you do not understand your reading, do not panic! Set it aside, and read it again the next day. If necessary, repeat. This allows your brain to process the material, even while you sleep. This is referred to as distributed reading.
* Separate out what you do understand from what you do not.
* Try internet searches or study/revision guides for summaries of concepts to help understanding.
* If the reading is still a challenge, ask your fellow students, teachers or tutors
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