Types of University

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

Purposes of University
Reading Scanning
- 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 Skimming

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