Comments on: Speed Reading – Week 1

By: Michael

Michael — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 03:18:16 +0000

Thanks for the comment Paul.

Yes, speed reading is exactly like exercising. Each time you practice you must push yourself, just as you would push yourself to run that mile in less time.

And you do make a good point that some people may need a trainer. It would be great if all universities offered a speed reading course. Unfortunately, this is not the case. And for most students it is more reasonable to purchase a $10 book instead of a $200 course.

By: Paul

Paul — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 01:42:55 +0000

I agree. Taking notes is extremely helpful when reading. Especially, when you really need to know the material well. I teach speed reading myself and think Peter Kump’s book is an excellent read for someone trying to learn speed reading on their own. Of course you can take a speed reading course, but those that are disciplined can learn it on their own. However, most people don’t have the discipline to work on it, which is where courses can be helpful. It’s similar to exercising… some people can train themselves and some need a trainer.

By: Michael

Michael — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 14:07:27 +0000

Unfortunately Stefan you do have to write down notes. I believe it is important to write down notes, because it makes you focus on what you are reading. It will make you better at quickly picking out the important information.

However; I am sure you could try to do the drills without writing notes, but the results won’t be the same.

By: Stefan | StudySuccessful.com

Stefan | StudySuccessful.com — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 13:58:42 +0000

And this requires only practise? I have seen some videos on speedreading and they obligated you to write notes and all, something I just don’t want to do. If I read fiction, I want to read it fast and I don’t want to do anything besides it!

It is great to see that this have amazing effects, I will definitly try to get this book!