Types of University

READING SKILLS
Readings Purposeful Reading
- Creating a reading purpose.
Course materials, lecture slides, books, - Sources for establishing the purpose.
journal articles, etc. - Considerations when setting the
purpose.

Purposes of University Scanning

Reading
- Preparing for classes and tutorials.
- Reviewing class information. - Quick search for specific information.
- Researching for assignments. - Use in assessing text relevance.
- Studying for exams.

Required Reading
Skills
Skimming
- Rapidly gaining a general idea of the
Understanding, critiquing, text.
evaluating, comparing, contrasting, - Identifying what to read carefully
and applying information. and where to start.
- Enhancing interest, comprehension,
and reflection.

Tips for Effective

Reading
Information Words
- Suitable reading environment.
- Importance of keywords for quick
- Avoiding vocalization while reading.
comprehension.
- Maintaining concentration with regular
- Focusing on essential words for better
breaks.
understanding.
- Setting reading goals.
- Allocating sufficient time for reading.