Previewing

• Slowly flip through the whole chapter.
• Read all the headings (bold type).
• Examine all pictures and figures.
• Skim the captions under illustrations.
• Skim the questions at the end.

Reading

• Concentrate while reading the text. Don't let your mind wander.
• Read only as fast as you can understand. Re-read sections that are unclear.
• Read for understanding as well as to retain facts.
• Always monitor what you understand and remember before you move on.
• Make notes in the margins.
• Highlight ONLY the important points.
• Distinguish special cases or situations from more generic information.