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Reading
ReadingO Range of reading
techniques depending on purpose
O Novel-read every wordO Magazine-flick through
pages to find interesting article
O Dictionary-looking for a particular word
O Academic items-read relevant pages or chapters
Reading GoalsO You cannot read everythingO Need to decide what items
to readO Help to manage your timeO Overview of subject for
lectureO Selected subject area for an
assignment question
Finding Items to Read
O Reading List-starting pointO Need to find other
information sourcesO Library catalogue-books
and e-booksO Online databases-journal
articles
Evaluating Information
O Is the information relevant to your needs?
O Who is the author and publisher? O Are they trustworthy?O Does the argument follow logically?O What evidence is provided?O Are the conclusions justified?
Scanning and Skimming
O Read quickly to decide whether or not relevant
O Scanning-looking for specific word or phrase
O Skimming-overview of chapter or article
O Do not need to read every word
O Read first sentences of paragraphs
Active ReadingO Reading for a purposeO Read text thoroughlyO Understand main pointsO Highlight keywordsO Summarise using your own wordsO Taking regular breaks will help
concentration
Critical ReadingO Develop your
understanding and knowledge
O Read at a slower paceO Look for answers to
your questionsO How has this increased
my knowledge of this subject?
Difficult TextsO Everyone finds some items harder to
readO Read a section at a timeO Read the information slowlyO Use a dictionary for any unfamiliar
words O Summarise using your own wordsO Take a break and read it later
More InformationO Speak to a member
of Learning Centre staff who can help you to find relevant books and journal articles
O Study and Information Skills moodle
