Here are the best methods and techniques to help you really learn.
Heads up, though: Most of these work best when you’re writing things down.
The best study methods for reading comprehension
The first step to studying is taking in new information.
You cant interrogate or grasp something youve never even read or heard before.
“SQ3R” stands forsurvey,question,read,recite, andreview.
These questions should be about what youd like to know and what the titles appear to promise youll learn.
Finally, review your own notes and the material itself.
It’s best to write this all down as you go, not attempt to keep in your head.
Its better to make a separate chart for each chapter or chunk of information youre tackling.
In the “Know” column, write what you already know about the topic.
What can you guess the chapter is about, based on the title?
Write that down, along with anything else you glean from the title.
What do the headings suggest the subsections are about and why might the author have separated them that way?
It will help you feel more engaged with the material when you eventually read it in full.
Association
Useassociationto help you remember big chunks of information, too.
It worked when we were six and it works now.
The Feynman method
Usethe Feynman methodwhen youve finished reading, reviewing, and memorizing.
Explain it as basically as possible and give them the opportunity to ask follow-up questions when youre done.
If you’re able to explain it simply and answer their questions, you really know your stuff.
If you cant, its back to studying until you get it down.
Blurting
Blurtingis similar to the Feynman method, except you might do it on your own.
