Module 1 - Getting Started
1.0 Learning Objectives 1.1 Navigating the Seminar 1.2 Slow Reading Speed? 1.3 Poor Comprehension?
Module 2 - Style Assessment
2.0 Learning Objectives 2.1 Learning Style Indicator 2.2 Thinking Style Indicator 2.3 Style Definitions Module 3 - Got Structure?
3.0 Learning Objectives 3.1 Using Structure 3.2 The Key Elements 3.3 Decipher Complex Material Module 4 - Comprehension
4.0 Learning Objectives 4.1 Determine Reading Goal 4.2 Survey Reading Material 4.3 Find The Key Information 4.4 Summarize Findings Module 5 - Reading Speed
5.0 Learning Objectives 5.1 Calculate Reading Speed 5.2 Increase Reading Speed 5.3 Time Management online@targetlearning.net | | If you register for this online program, you will have unlimited online access to this seminar and a Target Learning instructor for six months. During the seminar, you will be able to request additional information (or clarification) regarding any of the topics covered; simply go to our "Ask the Instructor" box at the bottom of each page and send us your question. We will respond (within 48 hours) with specific reading strategies based on your personal learning and thinking style.
Getting Around Before we get your neurons too excited, let's go over some of the ways you can choose to navigate this seminar. The learning modules can be accessed (at any time) from links listed on the left side of every page. Each module contains several sections covering specific topics and reading strategies. But how you complete this seminar will be entirely up to you - here are two options based on the most prevalent thinking styles: | | Linear Process | Read each module in sequence (1.2, 1.3, 2.0, 2.1, etc.) by clicking on the "Next Page" button when you finish with each page. This process will ensure you learn all the material in a controlled and organized manner. | | | | | | Global Process | Click on any topic, from any module - at any time you want. If a particular topic appeals to you, go directly to it (using the links on the side of each page). You can always return to the previous section and continue the seminar in sequence. |
If you're not certain how to use your personal thinking style for this seminar, you will be able to ask your online instructor for suggestions (based on the results of your Style Assessment in Module 2).
Activity Cubes To help reinforce the numerous reading strategies presented in this seminar, you will also receive a variety of self-paced activities listed within our ACTIVITY CUBES. Of course, we strongly suggest that you also apply our strategies to your everyday reading assignments. Reading is a skill; as with all skills, practice makes perfect. |