Hello Language Lovers, In this post we'd like to share about Reading's technique. yeah...It's Scanning and Skimming.
Easier - There are
different styles of reading for different situations. The technique you choose
will depend on the purpose for reading. For example, you might be reading for
enjoyment, information, or to complete a task. If you are exploring or
reviewing, you might skim a document. If you're searching for information, you
might scan for a particular word. To get detailed information, you might use a
technique such as SQ4R. You need to adjust your reading speed and technique
depending on your purpose.
Many people
consider skimming and scanning search techniques rather than reading
strategies. However when reading large volumes of information, they may be more
practical than reading. For example, you might be searching for specific
information, looking for clues, or reviewing information.
Harder - Web
pages, novels, textbooks, manuals, magazines, newspapers, and mail are just a
few of the things that people read every day. Effective and efficient readers
learn to use many styles of reading for different purposes. Skimming, scanning,
and critical reading are different styles of reading and information
processing.
Skimming is used to
quickly identify the main ideas of a text. When you read the newspaper, you're
probably not reading it word-by-word, instead you're scanning the text.
Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading.
People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount
of time. Use skimming when you want to see if an article may be of interest in
your research.
There are
many strategies that can be used when skimming. Some people read the first and
last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move
down the page or screen. You might read the title, subtitles, subheading, and
illustrations. Consider reading the first sentence of each paragraph. This
technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than
reading for comprehension. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and
places. It might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts.
Scanning is a
technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or
dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In most cases, you know what
you're looking for, so you're concentrating on finding a particular answer.
Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words
and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine
whether it will answer your questions. Once you've scanned the document, you
might go back and skim it.
When
scanning, look for the author's use of organizers such as numbers, letters,
steps, or the words, first, second, or next. Look for words that are bold
faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color. Sometimes the
author will put key ideas in the margin.
Reading off
a computer screen has become a growing concern. Research shows that people have
more difficulty reading off a computer screen than off paper. Although they can
read and comprehend at the same rate as paper, skimming on the computer is much
slower than on paper. (Zuh)
