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Barbara N. Sherman

    Barbara Sherman is an educator dedicated to fostering strong vocabulary as a cornerstone for student success in both academic and professional endeavors. She firmly believes that robust language skills empower students to excel in their assignments and present themselves effectively through writing and speaking. Her extensive background in education, ranging from high school teaching to university administration, informs her pedagogical approach. Sherman emphasizes practical skill development and personal growth, drawing wisdom from her own life experiences.

    Skimming and Scanning Techniques
    • 2014

      Skimming and Scanning Techniques

      • 178 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      ENHANCE YOUR SPEED READING SKILLS THROUGH TWO EFFECTIVE TECHNIQUES: SKIMMING AND SCANNING. Skimming and scanning have very different goals, reached by very different methods. The skimming section of this book will allow you to practice reading quickly and digesting information at a rapid pace. This section contains a broad range of reading materials with historic, patriotic, or Christian themes. The scanning section of this book will teach you to rapidly cover a great deal of material in order to locate specific information. Scanning is helpful for locating specific items, such as a date or a statistic. This section contains reading materials often viewed in everyday life, such as a Web page or a phone directory. Speed reading skills are beneficial for all fields and can be mastered by anyone with practice and the proper tools. "Skimming and Scanning Techniques" includes: Excerpts from historical speeches and documents Reading materials from everyday life: a train schedule, health care directory, etc... Practical workbook exercises Answer keys at the end of each section

      Skimming and Scanning Techniques