There are certain steps you can take to relieve the damage done by some of the previously mentioned reading problems. 36 Be sure to use and practice them as you read.
Take breaks.
Remember tiredness can lead to all of the health problems and to other problems as well. If you do not rest your mind, you will likely get tired and it will cost you points.
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You can mark your place either by pointing to each word as you read it, or by placing a sheet of paper underneath the line you are reading. Pointing to each word with a pencil or your finger helps your eyes see where they should be reading. Placing a piece of paper under the line helps you to move smoothly from one line to the next.
Read aloud.
38 If you must remain silent, whisper the words to yourself, or mouth the words, and say them in your head. It is important that you actually hear the sounds, even if you only hear them in your imagination. This multisensory approach allows you to see, hear, and feel what you are reading. Reading aloud should help you stay focused, understand better and remember what you are reading.
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If you are thinking about what is important enough to write down, you will pay more attention to the reading. 40 It will also help you process the main point of the passage and improve the possibility that you will remember things. In addition, the notes you take are a record of the passage that you can refer back to if you do forget elements.
A. Take notes.
B. Highlight text.
C. Trace your place.
D. This will keep your mind from wandering.
E. Notes about the entire passage should be written.
F. Just knowing about these techniques is not enough.
G. If you’re in your own room, you can say each word aloud.