SPEED READING

The Problem

Some people never begin a novel, knowing it will take too long to finish. Some are buried in work-related material. Others complain that their mind wanders so much that by the time they reach the bottom of the page, they’ve forgotten what they read at the top.

The Solution

Most readers with adequate word identification and comprehension skills can learn to read two to three times faster with improved concentration and retention of what they’ve read. Dr. Gates teaches students to:

• zero in on the most important meaning-bearing parts of text,
• use hand motions to facilitate movement through text, and
• organize the information to secure comprehension and retention.

Once techniques are learned, readers can apply them when they want to. There are times when we want to savor written language slowly. Having various styles of reading puts the reader in charge of the material.

Following an evaluation of reading skills and rate, Dr. Gates will tailor a program to your needs and materials. Students practice at home and meet in the office with Dale to learn new techniques and overcome any obstacles.

"I used to read everything the same way. Now I feel like I’ve got a ‘wardrobe’ of reading skills. I can read my textbooks one way and my magazines another way. My comprehension has always been good, but I read more now.” (S. Fox)