There s nothing more frustrating than having to read a lot of sentences that could have been summarized. Keeping a journal or reading log can help. After you ve read a section you can record your thoughts. Transcribing your thoughts to paper will really help when you review or have to write papers on the topic. Back to top Use study guides, outlines, supplements These guides are very helpful in sorting out the main points and giving you new perspectives on the subject.
Many authors give lists of suggested readings or bibliography to consult.
Or, check the Internet for articles about the subject. Back to top Review Reviewing should become a study habit. You can review a phrase or sentence by underlining it. You can review a page by simply recalling the major points. You can re-assess the meaning of a chapter by writing down some of the main points.