We are now well into the so-called information age and are constantly bombarded with information in books, journals, report, internet, etc. It is expected that we acquire the enormous amount of knowledge of our chosen subjects within the limited time given and yet most of us struggle to do so. Being able to master the ever-increasing volume of information is a necessary skill for all learners.

Who should attend: Anyone who wants to develop speed reading skills

Course Ouline:

Introduction to speed Reading

• History of speed reading
• Speed reading myths
• Reading habits
• How speed reading works and why it works
• Brains and reading facts

Speed Reading Practical Session

• Evaluation of current speed reading
• Survey, Question, Read, Recite & Review and its implications
• Creating conducive reading environment
• Brain exercises for pre-speed reading
• Speed reading techniques
• Usage of metronome to practise speed reading
• Drilling exercises
• Evaluation of new reading speed
• Skimming and scanning

Speed Reading Guidelines & Suggestions

• Checklist for speed reading success
• Follow-up practical exercises
• Suggestions for speed reading techniques

Date: 24 & 25 November 2008

Time: 9.00am-5.00pm

Fee: RM RM 600 per participant (inclusive of course materials, refreshment, lunch & certificate of Attendance)

Venue: Centre for Extension Education
           University Tunku Abdul Rahman
           11, Jalan 13/6, 46200 Petaling Jaya

Inquiry/ Registration: Hema/Joleena 03-7957 2818 (DL) 
                              03-7955 5181 ext 8266 / 8666
                              Email: cee@mail.utar.edu.my