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Reading efficientlyBased on Ridley (2012)
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Avoid sub-vocalising words(or saying them in your head)
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Focus on phrases, not wordsYou'll take more in
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Focus eye movementrun your finger down the margin of the page
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Minimise backtrackingKeep moving forward
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Minimise dictionary useuse context to determine meaning
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Vary your reading speed depending on the content – slow down for explanations or
difficult concepts; speed up for supporting detail or basic information.
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Check both comprehension & accuracy afterPractice under timed conditions
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Reference• Ridley, D. (2012). The literature
review : a step-by-step guide for students. London: Sage.