Breaking bad reading habits
Are you eager to become a faster reader? Reading faster isn't about finishing books without comprehension or enjoyment. To do so, you need to change some bad reading habits.
Avoid sounding out the words in your head. Many people sound out the words as they read — either by moving their lips or hearing the words in their head. This is because it only allows you to read the words as fast as you can say them, which isn't very fast at all.
Another common practice which slows down reading speed hugely is the practice of reading each individual word separately. Instead, you should try to read in chunks (语块).
Overcome inefficient eye movement. When children learn how to read, they are taught to look at each word individually before moving onto the next. Therefore, this practice makes reading a lot less efficient.
Avoid distractions. Many people are slow readers simply because they often read in an inappropriate environment. If you want to read quickly and absorb the material in front of you, you need to avoid all kinds of distractions. Don't try to read in a loud environment. Read in a quiet, peaceful environment where reading is your only focus.
| A. Avoid reading word by word. B. Don't read the same sentence two or three times. C. It won't improve your understanding of the material. D. Otherwise, you'll find yourself getting distracted and rereading paragraphs. E. However, your eyes are able to take in much more than a single word at a time. F. It's about learning to pick up the speed and still take in the information in an enjoyable way. G. Although it is an effective way of teaching kids how to read, it is not beneficial to reading faster. |
