Spring EN066-01 Reading Workshop: March 24, 2012

Sunday, March 25, 2012

March 24, 2012

Dave's time in the military was soon coming to an end. The military kept messing up with his paper works, which was not any of Dave's fault. A sergent told him, he can extend his contract and if he doesn't get the job he wants which is a in-flight boom operator then he can get out of the military. Luckily, all Dave's hard work in studying, not going out, not having a social life all paid off. He re-enlisted.

I like how Dave studied so hard and put his social life aside just so he can be what he really wanted to be. When I started becoming a mother, for 15 years I put my social life aside and prioritized my children not even realizing that education was gonna be important. Now, that I'm back to school, straining my brain at the same time taking care of my kids...I will strive to succeed. I will prove everyone wrong.

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Dolores C.BrownMarch 30, 2012 at 3:22 PM
Yes! girl I appaud you, postive thinking and determination is the weapons you need, forget about the negativity that surrounds you they will drive you down. Look to your future and the future for your kids.
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10 TIPS TO IMPROVE YOUR READING

In the modern age of information, reading truly is a fundamental survival skill. Here are ten tips that anyone can use to improve their reading skills:

1. You don't have to be a great reader to get the point.

Some people read fast and remember everything. Others read slowly and take a couple of times to get all the information. It doesn't matter, really, so long as when you read, you get the information you're seeking.

2. Know WHY you're reading.

Are you reading for entertainment or to learn something? Decide why you're reading before you start and you'll greatly improve your comprehension and your enjoyment.

3. You don't need to read everything.

Not every magazine, letter, and email you receive contains information you need. In fact, most of it is simply junk. Throw it away, hit the delete key! Just doing this will double the amount of time you have available to read.

4. You don't need to read all of what you DO read.

Do you read every article of every magazine, every chapter of every book? If so, you're probably spending a lot of time reading stuff you don't need.

Be choosy: select the chapters and articles that are important. Ignore the rest.

5. Scan before you read.

Look at the table of contents, index, topic headers, photo captions, etc. These will help you determine if, a) you have a real interest in this reading, and b) what information you're likely to get from it.

6. Prioritize your reading.

You can't read everything all at once (and wouldn't want to). If it's important, read it now. If it's not, let it wait.

7. Optimize your reading environment.

You'll read faster and comprehend more if you read in an environment that's comfortable for you.

8. Once you start, don't stop!

Read each item straight through. If you finish and have questions, go back and re-read the pertinent sections. If you don't have questions, you got what you needed and are ready to move on.

9. Focus.

Remember, you're reading with a purpose, so focus on that purpose and the material. If you lose interest or keep losing your place, take a break or read something else. You can keep track of where you are by following along with your hand. This simple technique helps you focus and increase your concentration.

10. Practice!

The more you read, the better reader you'll become (and smarter, too)! So, feed your mind: read!