Critical reading refers to reading content and understanding the material while determining whether it is a fact or fiction. It involves analyzing and evaluating all content. You will have to judge the credibility of what has been written instead of simply assuming it is true. The process consists in reading content and then questioning what has been said so you can determine validity. This is an essential skill that will be needed if you are a student that needs to conduct research. It can help select different sources that will be referenced in your research.