Aug 15 2008
Reading with Intent
How do you view reading? As a necessary evil or an opportunity. Whichever your viewpoint, it is important to focus on your purpose for reading. Reading your texts can also be thought of as a three-step process.
1. Preview each chapter before you read it. Scan the chapters, look at the pictures; try to get the main idea of the chapter before you read it more carefully.
2. As you’re reading, break the chapter into smaller sections. Turn paragraph or section headings into questions and use them for studying. Summarize each section in your own words to make sure you understand the ideas.
3. After you read, think about what you have read. Can you relate it to your own experience? If the textbook provides review questions, answer them. If you don’t understand, ask your instructor during class.
Reading with intent will allow you to be in control!
