How+to+read+a+science+book.

Scan-Run is the process that I encourage students use to assist their reading effectiveness. It is NOT an easier method. There are no short cuts here that work as well. There are other reading methods...SQR3 is one I remember from high school. All the processes require pre-reading work, repititious reading, writing of some sort and self checking for understanding. If you know of an easier way that improves learning rather than just student want of comfort, (they want to just skim and be done with it) I encourage you to get it in print.


 * S**-Survey the headings, bold faced words.
 * C**-Capture the captions
 * A**-Attack the vocabulary
 * N**-Notice the questions needed to be answered at the end. ****This does not mean to read the question...find the answer...write it down. It involves memory.


 * R**-Read....until you...>>>//Next line>>>//
 * U**-Understand! Understanding requires more than reading...you must be able to use the information you read. If no understanding ...reread! //After 3 attempts seek help from me before school.//
 * N**-Notes are taken and now questions are answered

If you just skim the material you are not prepared. If you do not read the section FIRST...I cannot simply give you an answer.