1. Chapter 7 College Reading Skills
Handling reading assignments
Active reading
Breaking down reading material
Building vocabulary
Improving comprehension and reading speed
Thinking critically
OK5R reading strategy
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2. Chapter 7 Objectives Understand the importance of reading effectively.
Upon completing this chapter, students will be able to
Understand the importance of reading effectively.
List and follow the steps for breaking down long reading assignments for improving comprehension.
Define “active reading.”
Differentiate between skimming and scanning.
Understand the different methods for sharpening reading skills.
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3. 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.
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4. Active Reading
Means fully engaging in reading by focusing your mind and body on the activity.
Includes using skimming and scanning effectively.
Is necessary for remembering and understanding what you have read.
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5. 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
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6. 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.
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7. 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.
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8. Improving Reading Speed
Calculate your reading speed.
Practice reading quickly and thoroughly.
Gradually challenge yourself with longer, more difficult reading.
Track your progress.
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9. Thinking Critically While 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?
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10. OK5R Reading Strategy Overview Key ideas Read Record Recite Review
Reflect
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11. Chapter 7 Review Handling reading assignments Active reading
What have you learned about…?
Handling reading assignments
Active reading
Breaking down reading material
Building vocabulary
Improving comprehension and reading speed
Thinking critically
OK5R reading strategy
Baldwin The Community College Experience
Copyright ©2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. All rights reserved.