Wednesday, November 7, 2012

In this week's module, we have discussed online reading strategies and online study tools that will help students comprehend information better, as well as prepare them for tests and quizzes in a new and unique way.

Firstly, lets look at some great tips for online reading that may help avoid distraction, and allow for better comprehension:


  • Before reading online
    • Review syllabus for explanation of goals in reading
    • Remove potential distractions
  • During reading online
    • Determine purpose for reading
    • Scan text to get a brief overview
    • Highlight important info
    • Write down key words/ phrases
    • Ask yourself questions
  • After reading online
    • Create key points from the text
    • Summarize your readings in sections
    • Keep important information organized

As for online study tools, there are numerous websites that can aid in preparing for quizzes and tests for any type of subject. Here are some key facts and points as to why online study tools can be helpful:

  • Organization
    • With online tools, you can keep all of your work organized in a location safe to you
    • Online tools are created to help keep you organized
    • Sort subject to subject, date to date, test to test
  • Uniqueness
    • You just may find ways of studying that you've never tried before
    • New ways are available to help you learn and memorize important information
  • Goal Setting
    • Plenty of websites allow you to give yourself a standard that is worthy of being success
    • Test and prepare yourself to the extent that you feel will sufficient

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