Skimming What is skimming? Skimming is high-speed reading that can save your time and help you get through lots of material quickly.It is different from other kinds of high-speed reading,such as scanning.You skim to get the general sense of a passage or book ,not specific detail.When you skim,you have a general question about the whole text.Such as,”will this passage useful to me?” or what is this writer’s opinion?”or What is the writer’s purposes of general idea.Just find out the information that you want to find. There are many strategies that can be used when skimming. Some people read the first and last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move down the page or screen. You might read the title, subtitles, subheading, and illustrations. Consider reading the first sentence of each paragraph. This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and places. It might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts.
Scanning What is scanning? Scanning is very high-speed reading that you do when you are looking for a specific piece of information.You dont read every word,only key word that will answer your question.Practice in scanning will help you learn to skip over unimportant word so that you can read faster.
Skimming and scanning are reading strategies that can assist a reader in getting specific information from the text. Students should be taught appropriate times to skim or scan, such as looking for a specific answer, and inappropriate times to use scanning or skimming., such as when reading to comprehend. Skimming is a reading technique that is used to get a quick “gist” of a section or chapter. The technique you choose will depend on the purpose for reading. For example, you might be reading for enjoyment, information, or to complete a task. If you are exploring or reviewing, you might skim a document. If you're searching for information, you might scan for a particular word. To get detailed information, you might use a technique such as SQ4R. You need to adjust your reading speed and technique depending on your purpose.
1. Skimming a) reading very carefully to be sure you understand exactly what the writer means Skimming is used to quickly identify the main ideas of a text. When you read the newspaper, you're probably not reading it word-by-word, instead you're scanning the text. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time. Use skimming when you want to see if an article may be of interest in your research. There are many strategies that can be used when skimming. Some people read the first and last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move down the page or screen. You might read the title, subtitles, subheading, and illustrations. Consider reading the first sentence of each paragraph. This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and places. It might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts.
2. Scanning b) reading the text fairly quickly in order to understand the topic and the main points
Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In most cases, you know what you're looking for, so you're concentrating on finding a particular answer. Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions. Once you've scanned the document, you might go back and skim it. When scanning, look for the author's use of organizers such as numbers, letters, steps, or the words, first, second, or next. Look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color. Sometimes the author will put key ideas in the margin.
Skimming and scanning are reading strategies that can assist a reader in getting specific information from the text. Students should be taught appropriate times to skim or scan, such as looking for a specific answer, and inappropriate times to use scanning or skimming., such as when reading to comprehend.
Skimming is a reading technique that is used to get a quick “gist” of a section or chapter. The technique you choose will depend on the purpose for reading. For example, you might be reading for enjoyment, information, or to complete a task. If you are exploring or reviewing, you might skim a document. If you're searching for information, you might scan for a particular word. To get detailed information, you might use a technique such as SQ4R. You need to adjust your reading speed and technique depending on your purpose.
1. Skimming a) reading very carefully to be sure you understand exactly what the writer means Skimming is used to quickly identify the main ideas of a text. When you read the newspaper, you're probably not reading it word-by-word, instead you're scanning the text. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time. Use skimming when you want to see if an article may be of interest in your research.
There are many strategies that can be used when skimming. Some people read the first and last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move down the page or screen. You might read the title, subtitles, subheading, and illustrations. Consider reading the first sentence of each paragraph. This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and places. It might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts.
2. Scanning b) reading the text fairly quickly in order to understand the topic and the main points
Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In most cases, you know what you're looking for, so you're concentrating on finding a particular answer. Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions. Once you've scanned the document, you might go back and skim it.
When scanning, look for the author's use of organizers such as numbers, letters, steps, or the words, first, second, or next. Look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color. Sometimes the author will put key ideas in the margin.
Skimming is used to quickly identify the main ideas of a text, it`s to save time. You're probably not reading it word-by-word. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time. Use skimming when you want to see if an article may be of interest in your research. Example: When you read the newspaper
There are many strategies that can be used when skimming. Some people read the first and last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move down the page or screen. You might read the title, subtitles, subheading, and illustrations. Consider reading the first sentence of each paragraph. This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and places. It might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts.
Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In most cases, you know what you're looking for, so you're concentrating on finding a particular answer. Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions. Once you've scanned the document, you might go back and skim it.
When scanning, look for the author's use of organizers such as numbers, letters, steps, or the words, first, second, or next. Look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color. Sometimes the author will put key ideas in the margin.
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Skimming and scanning are reading techniques that use rapid eye movement and keywords to move quickly through text for slightly different purposes.
1. Skimming
Skimming is reading rapidly in order to get a general overview of the material. It refers to the process of reading only main ideas within a passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading selection. Skimming is used to quickly identify the main ideas of a text. When you read the newspaper, you're probably not reading it word-by-word, instead you're scanning the text. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time. Use skimming when you want to see if an article may be of interest in your research.
How to Skim ; • Read the title. • Read the introduction or the first paragraph. • Read the first sentence of every other paragraph. • Read any headings and sub-headings. • Notice any pictures, charts, or graphs. • Notice any italicized or boldface words or phrases. • Read the summary or last paragraph. For Example : • You quickly go through a twenty-page report in a few minutes, and determine the overall subject, tone, and a few key points. • You pick up the newspaper in the doctor's office, thumb through the first few pages, and gather the gist of the events happening in the world. 2. Scannings
Scanning is reading rapidly in order to find specific facts. It is a reading technique to be used when you want to find specific information quickly. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information. This technique often use when we looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In most cases, you know what you're looking for, so you're concentrating on finding a particular answer. Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions. Once you've scanned the document, you might go back and skim it. How To Scan : • State the specific information you are looking for. • Try to anticipate how the answer will appear and what clues you might use to help you locate the answer. For example, if you were looking for a certain date, you would quickly read the paragraph looking only for numbers. • Use headings and any other aids that will help you identify which sections might contain the information you are looking for. • Selectively read and skip through sections of the passage. For Example ; • You flip through an accounting report to find a particular set of data. • You open the classified section of a newspaper, find the automobile section, and then mark a few cars within your price range. Sources : http://42explore.com/skim.htm http://pioneer.netserv.chula.ac.th/~pkanchan/html/skim.htm http://www.headsupenglish.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=409&Itemid=72
Skimming and scanning are especially valuable when there is only one item of information that you need to find from a particular passage
A. Skimming refers to the process of reading only main ideas within a passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading selection. An example of this is when we read the title (headline) of a newspaper to know what happens today.
B. Scanning is a reading technique to be used when you want to find specific information quickly. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information. On the other hand you do not need to read every word only key words that will answer your question.
Skimming is a mode of fast reading which is used to get a rapid general impression of what a text is about. In this mode of reading, if the text you are reading is a non-fictional text, you may first look at its table of contents, the summary, and subject index. You may next leaf through the text and focus attention on subtitles, headlines, content keywords, or prominent text features (passages printed in bold type, or colour, or with illustrations). Writers often use such features to highlight what they want to say. If, however, the text which you want to get a first impression of is a fictional text, you may decide to first read the opening scene and the beginning or ending of chapters. Skimming helps you decide if you like a book, its characters and story, its topics and style of writing. It may or may not be followed by some more intensive reading. Scanning is a mode of fast reading which you use if you start with a predefined set of keywords and want to find out if a given text provides information on them. You leaf through the text and search for passages which contain your keywords. If you hit on pages which contain your keyword or semantically related words, it frequently is useful to note the page numbers for later intensive reading or for making abstracts. Skimming and scanning are modes of fast reading which can be practised by training in high speed reading. For an understanding of meaning to occur in speed reading, it is necessary to read in ‘chunks’. Estimates are that readers’ eyes must scan about 400 words a minute. High speed reading is mostly sustainable for short bursts only. The mind needs pauses for evaluation and assimilation of information (time to think and digest).
Skimming is high-speed reading that can save your time and help you get through lots of material quiqckly. Skimming refers to the process of reading only main ideas within passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading selection. There is the stpes how to skim: How to Skim: 1. Read the title. 2. Read the introduction or the first paragraph. 3. Read the first sentence of every other paragraph. 4. Read any headings and sub-headings. 5. Notice any pictures, charts, or graphs. 6. Notice any italicized or boldface words or phrases. 7. Read the summary or last paragraph. Scanning is a reading technique to be used when you want to find specific information quickly. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information. How to Scan: 1. State the specific information you are looking for. 2. Try to anticipate how the answer will appear and what clues you might use to help you locate the answer. For example, if you were looking for a certain date, you would quickly read the paragraph looking only for numbers. 3. Use headings and any other aids that will help you identify which sections might contain the information you are looking for. 4. Selectively read and skip through sections of the passage. Skimming and scanning are reading strategies that can assist a reader in getting specific information from the text. Students should be taught appropriate times to skim or scan, such as looking for a specific answer, and inappropriate times to use scanning or skimming, such as when reading to comprehend. Skimming is a reading technique that is used to get a quick “gist” of a section or chapter. Scanning is a reading technique that is reading quickly to locate specific information. You can first introduce skimming and scanning by brainstorming a list of textual clues that will help students, such as bold-face type, capital letters, dates, key words, etc. Practice skimming and scanning can be practiced with short passages to gain mastery.
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Nim : 09250049 Skimming refers to the process of reading only main ideas within a passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading selection. How to Skim Read the title. Read the introduction or the first paragraph. Read the first sentence of every other paragraph. Read any headings and sub-headings. Read the summary or last paragraph. Example : Some people read the first and last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move down the page or screen. You might read the title, subtitles, subheading, and illustrations. Consider reading the first sentence of each paragraph. This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension.
Scanning is a reading technique to be used when you want to find specific information quickly. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information. How to scan State the specific information you are looking for. Try to anticipate how the answer will appear and what clues you might use to help you locate the answer. For example, if you were looking for a certain date, you would quickly read the paragraph looking only for numbers. Reference From College Reading and Study Skills and Academic Reading and Study Skills for International Students http://pioneer.netserv.chula.ac.th/~pkanchan/html/skim.htm
Skimming is the process of reading only main ideas in a passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading.
There some strategies that can be used in skimming: • Read the title. • Read the introduction or the first paragraph. • Read the first sentence of every other paragraph. • Look at the pictures, charts, or graphs. • Read the summary or last paragraph.
Scanning is a reading technique that is used when we want to find specific information quickly. In scanning we just search key word, focus on the point information we search.
There some strategies can be used in scanning: • State the specific information we are looking for • search the key word or ideas. • Look for words that are bold ,italics, or in a different font size, style, or color. • Look at the clue such as numbers, letters, or the words; first, second, or next.
There are different styles of reading for different situations.
Skimming is used to quickly identify the main ideas of a text. When you read the newspaper, you're probably not reading it word-by-word, instead you're scanning the text. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time. Use skimming when you want to see if an article may be of interest in your research. There are many strategies that can be used when skimming. Some people read the first and last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move down the page or screen. You might read the title, subtitles, subheading, and illustrations. Consider reading the first sentence of each paragraph. This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and places. It might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts.
Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In most cases, you know what you're looking for, so you're concentrating on finding a particular answer. Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions. Once you've scanned the document, you might go back and skim it. The strategies, when scanning, look for the author's use of organizers such as numbers, letters, steps, or the words, first, second, or next. Look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color. Sometimes the author will put key ideas in the margin.
SCANNING AND SKIMMING A.Scanning Scanning is a reading technique to be used when you want to find specific information quickly. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information. Example : Scanning Advertisments
B. Skimming Skimming refers to the process of reading only main ideas within a passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading selection. When we skim , we should not read the whole text , our eyes should move very quickly over the pages and we should read only the parts of a text that will help us answer our question.the following passage about skimming shows the parts of a text that are usually most helpful.
Guidelines for effective skimming. Always work as fast as you can. Don’t let details slow you down Always keep in your mind your reason for skimming. Be flexible. The amount of material that you skim depends on your purpose and on the passage.
Nama: Trisnawati NIM: 09250709 Skimming and Scanning reading strategy
Skimming “skimming” is used to quickly find the main ideas of a text, and that skimming is often done at a speed three to four times faster than normal critical reading speed. skimming is when you go through a piece of text to get a general idea of what it is about. eg. magazine reading. Skimming refers to reading through a passage with great precision. The reader will be looking for clues and evidence so as to help him interpret what exactly in detail was happening and etc. Skimming means reading quickly for general meaning. You skim reading material to find out about topic, the main idea, and generic structure of passage selection. How do apply it? Preview for skimming :
• Read the title. • observe first and last sentence. • look for appearing frequently word. • Read the first sentence of every other paragraph. • Read the first and last paragraphs of an article first. • Notice the titles and headings and subheadings. • Look at the illustrations, graphs or other visuals on the page. • Read the captions of the visuals. • Read the first sentence of each paragraph.
Scanning scanning is when you go through a piece of text trying to locate a particular word or phrase. Scanning refers to the act of briefly reading through the passage. You do not go into detail to interpret every single detail. The purpose of scanning is to just simply know what the passage is talking about, who are the characters, and some other information that is more of general. Scanning is a reading technique to be used when you want to find specific information quickly. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information. How do apply it? • State the specific information you are looking for. • Try to anticipate how the answer will appear and what clues you might use to help you locate the answer. For example, if you were looking for a certain date, you would quickly read the paragraph looking only for numbers. • Use headings and any other aids that will help you identify which sections might contain the information you are looking for. • Selectively read and skip through sections of the passage.
according to 42explore.com, Skimming is used to quickly identify the main ideas of a text. When you read the newspaper, you're probably not reading it word-by-word, instead you're scanning the text. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time.
from this definition, i get the point that skimming is used when we are going to search or find out the main idea of a long paragraph in short time.
There are many strategies that can be used when skimming. Some people read the first and last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move down the page or screen. You might read the title, subtitles, subheading, and illustrations. Consider reading the first sentence of each paragraph. This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and places. It might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts.
Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In most cases, you know what you're looking for, so you're concentrating on finding a particular answer. Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions. Once you've scanned the document, you might go back and skim it.
from this definition, i get the point that scanning is used when we are going to search or find out specific information in paragraph or list.
When scanning, look for the author's use of organizers such as numbers, letters, steps, or the words, first, second, or next. Look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color. Sometimes the author will put key ideas in the margin.
references: http://42explore.com/skim.htm accessed on march, 19.
Skimming refers to the process of reading only main ideas within a passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading selection. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time. Use skimming when you want to see if an article may be of interest in your research. How to Skim: Read the title. Read the introduction or the first paragraph. Read the first sentence of every other paragraph. Read any headings and sub-headings. Notice any pictures, charts, or graphs. Notice any italicized or boldface words or phrases. Read the summary or last paragraph.
Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information. Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions.
When scanning, look for the author's use of organizers such as numbers, letters, steps, or the words, first, second, or next. Look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color. Sometimes the author will put key ideas in the margin
How to Scan: State the specific information you are looking for. Try to anticipate how the answer will appear and what clues you might use to help you locate the answer. For example, if you were looking for a certain date, you would quickly read the paragraph looking only for numbers. Use headings and any other aids that will help you identify which sections might contain the information you are looking for. Selectively read and skip through sections of the passage.
REFERENCES: Research AIM. Tt. Reading strategies: scanning, skimming and intensive reading. Available on: http://www.networkedcranfield.com/logicofenquiry/gst/Reading/Pages/Readingstrategies.aspx. Accessed on: Monday, 19 March 2012 Johnson,Larry and Annette Lamb. Tt. Skimming and Scanning. Available on: http://42explore.com/skim.htm. Accessed on: Monday, 19 March 2012
Anglefire.com (2012) explain that, Scanning involves a process of quickly searching reading materials in order to locate specific bits of information. When scanning you don't start from the beginning and read to the end. Instead, what you do is jump around in the text, trying to find the information you need. Effective scanning techniques can be useful in any academic setting. • Example : when looking up a word in a dictionary or in the Yellow Pages. You are looking for searching the keyword or idea (you expect to find); i.e. you’re focused on finding a particular answer. When I scan a text, I look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color.
In the same author, Skimming is another technique whose purpose is to gain a quick overview in order to identify the main points. When skimming, you will often skip words, sentences, and paragraphs. When you are satisfied you have a general understanding of the author's main ideas and key points. Some useful techniques are to read the first and last sentences of paragraphs, the introduction, and the summary if one is provided. • Exaample : when reading a newspaper or magazine. I read the first and last lines of each paragraph.
Reference: Angelfire.com.2012.Scanning,skimming and organizing.Available on: http://www.angelfire.com/blues/writing/scanscim.html. Accessed on: March, 19th 2012
ElenaBen.2007. Reading Part: scanning vs skimming skills. Available on: http://firstcertificate.wordpress.com/2007/11/16/reading-part-scanning-vs-skimming-skills/. Accessed on: March, 19th 2012
Name: Tri anggun Lestari (09250061) Skimming and Scanning Skimming refers to the process of reading only main ideas within a passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading selection. How to Skim: •Read the title. •Read the introduction or the first paragraph. •Read the first sentence of every other paragraph. •Read any headings and sub-headings. •Notice any pictures, charts, or graphs. •Notice any italicized or boldface words or phrases. •Read the summary or last paragraph. This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and places. It might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts. Scanning is a reading technique to be used when you want to find specific information quickly. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information. How to Scan: •State the specific information you are looking for. •Try to anticipate how the answer will appear and what clues you might use to help you locate the answer. For example, if you were looking for a certain date, you would quickly read the paragraph looking only for numbers. (read key word only) •Use headings and any other aids that will help you identify which sections might contain the information you are looking for. •Selectively read and skip through sections of the passage.
Summary: Skimming and scanning are very important reading techniques. In short, Skimming is used to quickly identify the main ideas of a text. And Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. (From College Reading and Study Skills and Academic Reading and Study Skills for International Students) http://pioneer.netserv.chula.ac.th/~pkanchan/html/skim.htm http://42explore.com/skim.htm
Skimming and Scanning Skimming refers to the process of reading only the main ideas in a section to get an overall impression of the contents of the reading selection. Skim ways: Read the title. Read the introduction or first paragraph. Read the first sentence of every other paragraph. Read each heading and sub-headings. Note any pictures, charts, or graphs. Notice the words in italics or bold or phrase. Read the summary or last paragraph.
Scanning is a reading technique to use when you want to find specific informationquickly. In scanning you have any question in your mind and you read a section only tofind the answer, ignoring the information that is not relevant. How to Scan: What are you looking for specific information. Try to anticipate what the answer will appear and what instructions you might use tohelp you find the answer. For example, if you're looking for a specific date, you will quickly read the paragraph just to find the numbers. Use headings and other tools that will help you identify the part may contain the information you are looking for. Selectively read and skip over the parts of the passage. Refrensi http://pioneer.netserv.chula.ac.th/~pkanchan/html/skim.htm
Skimming is a reading technique that is used to get a quick “gist” of a section or chapter.
The strategies of skimming. Sometimes you need to get the general idea or gist of a text. The way to do this is not by reading every word. Few text books were written with your specific course in mind. So you need to adapt the material to your particular purposes, given the course and the task at hand. Skimming is the sort of reading which would be appropriate if your tutor asked you to read several books and articles for the next tutorial. She would not expect you to be able to recite it word for word, but she will want you to be able to discuss the issues raised. You might try reading quickly through the table of contents, the preface and the index, then selecting from the chapter headings. You can then read the first and last paragraphs, and perhaps the first sentence of each of the other paragraphs. Don't forget to check any diagrams and figures. You should get about 50% of the meaning from all this and you are then in a good position to see if you need to employ scanning or detailed reading.
Scanning is a reading technique that is reading quickly to locate specific information.
The strategies of scanning. You skim read material to get the general picture. To find out precise information you will need to practise the technique of scanning. You may need to find out specific details of a topic for an assignment or a task that your lecturer has set. There is little point in skimming a whole book for this purpose. You should identify a few key expressions which will alert you to the fact that your subject is being covered. You can then run your eyes down the page looking for these expressions - in chapter headings or sub-headings, or in the text itself.
Task II: SKIMMING AND SCANNING READING STRATEGY According the learning centre (2010). There are some strategies in reading: 1. Previewing the text to get an overview, Previewing a text means that you get an idea of what it is about without actually reading the main body of the text. 2. Skimming, Skimming involves running your eye very quickly over large chunks of text. Skimming allows you to pick up some of the main ideas without paying attention to detail. It is a fast process 3. Scanning, is sweeping your eyes (like radar) over part of a text to find specific pieces of information. 4. Intensive reading, is detailed, focused, ‘study’ reading of those important parts, pages or chapters. 5. Critical Reading, Being critical in an academic context does not mean simply criticising or ‘finding fault’. It means understanding how ideas have been arrived at, and evaluating their strengths and weaknesses. 6. Reading to Remember, The SQ3R Method of Study Reading is one of the core activities of study. The SQ3R method to help you remember a reading for tutorials, seminars or to revise for exams.
According to think literacy 1). Skimming a). What is skimming? Skimming is read quickly to get the main idea of a paragraph, page, chapter, or article, and a few (but not all) of the details. b). Why do I skim? Skimming allows you to read quickly to get a general sense of a text. So that you can decide whether it has useful information for you. You may also skim to get a key idea. After skimming a piece, you might decide that you want or need to read it in greater depth. c). How do I skim? 1. Read the first few paragraphs, two or three middle paragraphs, and the final two or three paragraphs of a piece, trying to get a basic understanding of the information. 2. Some people prefer to skim by reading the first and last sentence of each paragraph, that is, the topic sentences and concluding sentences. 3. If there are pictures, diagrams, or charts, a quick glance at them and their captions may help you to understand the main idea or point of view in the text. 4. Remember: You do not have to read every word when you skim. 5. Generally, move your eyes horizontally (and quickly) when you skim.
2). Scanning a). What is scanning? Scanning is move your eyes quickly down a page or list to find one specific detail. b). Why do I scan? Scanning allows you to locate quickly a single fact, date, name, or word in a text without trying to read or understand the rest of the piece. You may need that fact or word later to respond to a question or to add a specific detail to something you are writing. c). How do I scan? 1. Knowing your text well is important. Make a prediction about where in a chapter you might find the word, name, fact, term, or date. 2. Note how the information is arranged on a page. Will headings, diagrams, or boxed or highlighted items guide you? Is information arranged alphabetically or numerically as it might be in a telephone book or glossary? 3. Move your eyes vertically or diagonally down the page, letting them dart quickly from side to side and keeping in mind the exact type of information that you want. Look for other closely associated words that might steer you towards the detail for which you are looking. 4. Aim for 100% accuracy !
References: The learning centre.2010. Reading Effectively. Available On: http://www.lc.unsw.edu.au/onlib/read1.html Accessed On: March, 9th 2012
Think literacy. Available On: http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/studentsuccess/thinkliteracy/files/Reading.pdf. Accessed On: March, 9th 2012
Skimming refers to the process of reading only main ideas within a passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading selection. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time. Use skimming when you want to see if an article may be of interest in your research. How to Skim: Read the title. Read the introduction or the first paragraph. Read the first sentence of every other paragraph. Read any headings and sub-headings. Notice any pictures, charts, or graphs. Notice any italicized or boldface words or phrases. Read the summary or last paragraph.
Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information. Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions.
When scanning, look for the author's use of organizers such as numbers, letters, steps, or the words, first, second, or next. Look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color. Sometimes the author will put key ideas in the margin
How to Scan: State the specific information you are looking for. Try to anticipate how the answer will appear and what clues you might use to help you locate the answer. For example, if you were looking for a certain date, you would quickly read the paragraph looking only for numbers. Use headings and any other aids that will help you identify which sections might contain the information you are looking for. Selectively read and skip through sections of the passage.
REFERENCES: Research AIM. Tt. Reading strategies: scanning, skimming and intensive reading. Available on: http://www.networkedcranfield.com/logicofenquiry/gst/Reading/Pages/Readingstrategies.aspx. Accessed on: Monday, 19 March 2012 Johnson,Larry and Annette Lamb. Tt. Skimming and Scanning. Available on: http://42explore.com/skim.htm. Accessed on: Monday, 19 March 2012
Skimming and Scanning are some example of reading strategy
* Skimming
Sometimes we need to get the general idea or gist of a text. The way to do this is not by reading every word. Few text books were written with our specific course in mind. So we need to adapt the material to the particular purposes, given the course and the task at hand. Skimming is the sort strategy of reading which would be appropriate if our lecturer asked us to read several books and articles . the lecturer would not expect us to be able to recite it word for word, but he will want you to be able to discuss the issues raised.
* Scanning
we may need to find out specific details of a topic for an assignment or a task that our lecturer has set. There is little point in skimming a whole book for this purpose. we should identify a few key expressions which will alert you to the fact that your subject is being covered. You can then run your eyes down the page looking for these expressions - in chapter headings or sub-headings, or in the text itself. So we will more easy to understand the book,
Skimming and Scanning are some example of strategy in reading
Skimming
Sometimes we need to get the general idea or gist of a text. The way to do this is not by reading every word. Few text books were written with our specific course in mind. So we need to adapt the material to the particular purposes, given the course and the task at hand. Skimming is the sort strategy of reading which would be appropriate if our lecturer asked us to read several books and articles . the lecturer would not expect us to be able to recite it word for word, but he will want you to be able to discuss the issues raised.
Scanning
we may need to find out specific details of a topic for an assignment or a task that our lecturer has set. There is little point in skimming a whole book for this purpose. we should identify a few key expressions which will alert you to the fact that your subject is being covered. You can then run your eyes down the page looking for these expressions - in chapter headings or sub-headings, or in the text itself. So we will more easy to understand the book,
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What is skimming?
Skimming is high-speed reading that can save your time and help you get through lots of material quickly.It is different from other kinds of high-speed reading,such as scanning.You skim to get the general sense of a passage or book ,not specific detail.When you skim,you have a general question about the whole text.Such as,”will this passage useful to me?” or what is this writer’s opinion?”or What is the writer’s purposes of general idea.Just find out the information that you want to find.
There are many strategies that can be used when skimming. Some people read the first and last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move down the page or screen. You might read the title, subtitles, subheading, and illustrations. Consider reading the first sentence of each paragraph. This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and places. It might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts.
Scanning
What is scanning?
Scanning is very high-speed reading that you do when you are looking for a specific piece of information.You dont read every word,only key word that will answer your question.Practice in scanning will help you learn to skip over unimportant word so that you can read faster.
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Mikulecky,Beatrice,and Jeffries,linda.More reading power(2nd edition ).Longman:longman.com.
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Skimming and Scanning
Skimming and scanning are reading strategies that can assist a reader in getting specific information from the text. Students should be taught appropriate times to skim or scan, such as looking for a specific answer, and inappropriate times to use scanning or skimming., such as when reading to comprehend. Skimming is a reading technique that is used to get a quick “gist” of a section or chapter.
The technique you choose will depend on the purpose for reading. For example, you might be reading for enjoyment, information, or to complete a task. If you are exploring or reviewing, you might skim a document. If you're searching for information, you might scan for a particular word. To get detailed information, you might use a technique such as SQ4R. You need to adjust your reading speed and technique depending on your purpose.
1. Skimming
a) reading very carefully to be sure you understand exactly what the writer means
Skimming is used to quickly identify the main ideas of a text. When you read the newspaper, you're probably not reading it word-by-word, instead you're scanning the text. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time. Use skimming when you want to see if an article may be of interest in your research.
There are many strategies that can be used when skimming. Some people read the first and last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move down the page or screen. You might read the title, subtitles, subheading, and illustrations. Consider reading the first sentence of each paragraph. This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and places. It might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts.
2. Scanning
b) reading the text fairly quickly in order to understand the topic and the main points
Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In most cases, you know what you're looking for, so you're concentrating on finding a particular answer. Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions. Once you've scanned the document, you might go back and skim it.
When scanning, look for the author's use of organizers such as numbers, letters, steps, or the words, first, second, or next. Look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color. Sometimes the author will put key ideas in the margin.
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Skimming and Scanning reading strategy
Skimming and scanning are reading strategies that can assist a reader in getting specific information from the text. Students should be taught appropriate times to skim or scan, such as looking for a specific answer, and inappropriate times to use scanning or skimming., such as when reading to comprehend.
Skimming is a reading technique that is used to get a quick “gist” of a section or chapter.
The technique you choose will depend on the purpose for reading. For example, you might be reading for enjoyment, information, or to complete a task. If you are exploring or reviewing, you might skim a document. If you're searching for information, you might scan for a particular word. To get detailed information, you might use a technique such as SQ4R. You need to adjust your reading speed and technique depending on your purpose.
1. Skimming
a) reading very carefully to be sure you understand exactly what the writer means
Skimming is used to quickly identify the main ideas of a text. When you read the newspaper, you're probably not reading it word-by-word, instead you're scanning the text. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time. Use skimming when you want to see if an article may be of interest in your research.
There are many strategies that can be used when skimming. Some people read the first and last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move down the page or screen. You might read the title, subtitles, subheading, and illustrations. Consider reading the first sentence of each paragraph. This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and places. It might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts.
2. Scanning
b) reading the text fairly quickly in order to understand the topic and the main points
Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In most cases, you know what you're looking for, so you're concentrating on finding a particular answer. Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions. Once you've scanned the document, you might go back and skim it.
When scanning, look for the author's use of organizers such as numbers, letters, steps, or the words, first, second, or next. Look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color. Sometimes the author will put key ideas in the margin.
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Skimming is used to quickly identify the main ideas of a text, it`s to save time. You're probably not reading it word-by-word. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time. Use skimming when you want to see if an article may be of interest in your research. Example: When you read the newspaper
There are many strategies that can be used when skimming. Some people read the first and last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move down the page or screen. You might read the title, subtitles, subheading, and illustrations. Consider reading the first sentence of each paragraph. This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and places. It might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts.
Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In most cases, you know what you're looking for, so you're concentrating on finding a particular answer. Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions. Once you've scanned the document, you might go back and skim it.
When scanning, look for the author's use of organizers such as numbers, letters, steps, or the words, first, second, or next. Look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color. Sometimes the author will put key ideas in the margin.
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42explore.com . 2012. Skimming and Scanning. Available on http://42explore.com/skim.htm . Accessed on: Maret 15th, 2012.
Butte.edu. 2012. Skimming and Scanning. Available on http://www.butte.edu/departments/cas/tipsheets/readingstrategies/skimming_scanning.html. Accessed on: Maret 15th, 2012.
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Skimming and Scanning
Skimming and scanning are reading techniques that use rapid eye movement and keywords to move quickly through text for slightly different purposes.
1. Skimming
Skimming is reading rapidly in order to get a general overview of the material. It refers to the process of reading only main ideas within a passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading selection. Skimming is used to quickly identify the main ideas of a text. When you read the newspaper, you're probably not reading it word-by-word, instead you're scanning the text. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time. Use skimming when you want to see if an article may be of interest in your research.
How to Skim ;
• Read the title.
• Read the introduction or the first paragraph.
• Read the first sentence of every other paragraph.
• Read any headings and sub-headings.
• Notice any pictures, charts, or graphs.
• Notice any italicized or boldface words or phrases.
• Read the summary or last paragraph.
For Example :
• You quickly go through a twenty-page report in a few minutes, and determine the overall subject, tone, and a few key points.
• You pick up the newspaper in the doctor's office, thumb through the first few pages, and gather the gist of the events happening in the world.
2. Scannings
Scanning is reading rapidly in order to find specific facts. It is a reading technique to be used when you want to find specific information quickly. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information. This technique often use when we looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In most cases, you know what you're looking for, so you're concentrating on finding a particular answer. Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions. Once you've scanned the document, you might go back and skim it.
How To Scan :
• State the specific information you are looking for.
• Try to anticipate how the answer will appear and what clues you might use to help you locate the answer. For example, if you were looking for a certain date, you would quickly read the paragraph looking only for numbers.
• Use headings and any other aids that will help you identify which sections might contain the information you are looking for.
• Selectively read and skip through sections of the passage.
For Example ;
• You flip through an accounting report to find a particular set of data.
• You open the classified section of a newspaper, find the automobile section, and then mark a few cars within your price range.
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http://pioneer.netserv.chula.ac.th/~pkanchan/html/skim.htm
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Scanning and skimming strategy
ReplyDeleteSkimming and scanning are especially valuable when there is only one item of information that you need to find from a particular passage
A. Skimming refers to the process of reading only main ideas within a passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading selection. An example of this is when we read the title (headline) of a newspaper to know what happens today.
B. Scanning is a reading technique to be used when you want to find specific information quickly. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information. On the other hand you do not need to read every word only key words that will answer your question.
Refference
http://www.readingdynamicsrsa.com/speedtest.htm
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Skimming and scanning reading strategy
Skimming is a mode of fast reading which is used to get a rapid general impression of what a text is about. In this mode of reading, if the text you are reading is a non-fictional text, you may first look at its table of contents, the summary, and subject index. You may next leaf through the text and focus attention on subtitles, headlines, content keywords, or prominent text features (passages printed in bold type, or colour, or with illustrations). Writers often use such features to highlight what they want to say.
If, however, the text which you want to get a first impression of is a fictional text, you may decide to first read the opening scene and the beginning or ending of chapters. Skimming helps you decide if you like a book, its characters and story, its topics and style of writing. It may or may not be followed by some more intensive reading.
Scanning is a mode of fast reading which you use if you start with a predefined set of keywords and want to find out if a given text provides information on them. You leaf through the text and search for passages which contain your keywords. If you hit on pages which contain your keyword or semantically related words, it frequently is useful to note the page numbers for later intensive reading or for making abstracts.
Skimming and scanning are modes of fast reading which can be practised by training in high speed reading. For an understanding of meaning to occur in speed reading, it is necessary to read in ‘chunks’. Estimates are that readers’ eyes must scan about 400 words a minute. High speed reading is mostly sustainable for short bursts only. The mind needs pauses for evaluation and assimilation of information (time to think and digest).
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SKIMMING AND SCANNING READING STRATEGY
Skimming is high-speed reading that can save your time and help you get through lots of material quiqckly. Skimming refers to the process of reading only main ideas within passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading selection.
There is the stpes how to skim:
How to Skim:
1. Read the title.
2. Read the introduction or the first paragraph.
3. Read the first sentence of every other paragraph.
4. Read any headings and sub-headings.
5. Notice any pictures, charts, or graphs.
6. Notice any italicized or boldface words or phrases.
7. Read the summary or last paragraph.
Scanning is a reading technique to be used when you want to find specific information quickly. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information.
How to Scan:
1. State the specific information you are looking for.
2. Try to anticipate how the answer will appear and what clues you might use to help you locate the answer. For example, if you were looking for a certain date, you would quickly read the paragraph looking only for numbers.
3. Use headings and any other aids that will help you identify which sections might contain the information you are looking for.
4. Selectively read and skip through sections of the passage.
Skimming and scanning are reading strategies that can assist a reader in getting specific information from the text. Students should be taught appropriate times to skim or scan, such as looking for a specific answer, and inappropriate times to use scanning or skimming, such as when reading to comprehend. Skimming is a reading technique that is used to get a quick “gist” of a section or chapter. Scanning is a reading technique that is reading quickly to locate specific information. You can first introduce skimming and scanning by brainstorming a list of textual clues that will help students, such as bold-face type, capital letters, dates, key words, etc. Practice skimming and scanning can be practiced with short passages to gain mastery.
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ReplyDeleteSkimming refers to the process of reading only main ideas within a passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading
selection.
How to Skim
Read the title.
Read the introduction or the first paragraph.
Read the first sentence of every other paragraph.
Read any headings and sub-headings.
Read the summary or last paragraph.
Example :
Some people read the first and last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move down the page or screen. You might read the title, subtitles, subheading, and illustrations. Consider reading the first sentence of each paragraph. This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension.
Scanning is a reading technique to be used when you want to find specific information quickly. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information.
How to scan
State the specific information you are looking for.
Try to anticipate how the answer will appear and what clues you might use to help you locate the answer. For example, if you were looking for a certain date, you would quickly read the paragraph looking only for numbers.
Reference
From College Reading and Study Skills and Academic Reading and Study Skills for International Students
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ReplyDeleteSkimming is the process of reading only main ideas in a passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading.
There some strategies that can be used in skimming:
• Read the title.
• Read the introduction or the first paragraph.
• Read the first sentence of every other paragraph.
• Look at the pictures, charts, or graphs.
• Read the summary or last paragraph.
Scanning is a reading technique that is used when we want to find specific information quickly. In scanning we just search key word, focus on the point information we search.
There some strategies can be used in scanning:
• State the specific information we are looking for
• search the key word or ideas.
• Look for words that are bold ,italics, or in a different font size, style, or color.
• Look at the clue such as numbers, letters, or the words; first, second, or next.
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SKIMMING AND SCANNING READING STRATEGY
ReplyDeleteThere are different styles of reading for different situations.
Skimming is used to quickly identify the main ideas of a text.
When you read the newspaper, you're probably not reading it word-by-word, instead you're scanning the text. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time. Use skimming when you want to see if an article may be of interest in your research.
There are many strategies that can be used when skimming. Some people read the first and last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move down the page or screen. You might read the title, subtitles, subheading, and illustrations. Consider reading the first sentence of each paragraph. This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and places. It might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts.
Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary.
You search for key words or ideas. In most cases, you know what you're looking for, so you're concentrating on finding a particular answer. Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions. Once you've scanned the document, you might go back and skim it.
The strategies, when scanning, look for the author's use of organizers such as numbers, letters, steps, or the words, first, second, or next. Look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color. Sometimes the author will put key ideas in the margin.
References:
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SCANNING AND SKIMMING
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Scanning is a reading technique to be used when you want to find specific information quickly. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information.
Example :
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B. Skimming
Skimming refers to the process of reading only main ideas within a passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading
selection.
When we skim , we should not read the whole text , our eyes should move very quickly over the pages and we should read only the parts of a text that will help us answer our question.the following passage about skimming shows the parts of a text that are usually most helpful.
Guidelines for effective skimming.
Always work as fast as you can. Don’t let details slow you down
Always keep in your mind your reason for skimming.
Be flexible. The amount of material that you skim depends on your purpose and on the passage.
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Skimming and Scanning reading strategy
Skimming
“skimming” is used to quickly find the main ideas of a text, and that skimming is often done at a speed three to four times faster than normal critical reading speed. skimming is when you go through a piece of text to get a general idea of what it is about. eg. magazine reading. Skimming refers to reading through a passage with great precision. The reader will be looking for clues and evidence so as to help him interpret what exactly in detail was happening and etc. Skimming means reading quickly for general meaning. You skim reading material to find out about topic, the main idea, and generic structure of passage
selection.
How do apply it?
Preview for skimming :
• Read the title.
• observe first and last sentence.
• look for appearing frequently word.
• Read the first sentence of every other paragraph.
• Read the first and last paragraphs of an article first.
• Notice the titles and headings and subheadings.
• Look at the illustrations, graphs or other visuals on the page.
• Read the captions of the visuals.
• Read the first sentence of each paragraph.
Scanning
scanning is when you go through a piece of text trying to locate a particular word or phrase. Scanning refers to the act of briefly reading through the passage. You do not go into detail to interpret every single detail. The purpose of scanning is to just simply know what the passage is talking about, who are the characters, and some other information that is more of general. Scanning is a reading technique to be used when you want to find specific information quickly. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information.
How do apply it?
• State the specific information you are looking for.
• Try to anticipate how the answer will appear and what clues you might use to help you locate the answer. For example, if you were looking for a certain date, you would quickly read the paragraph looking only for numbers.
• Use headings and any other aids that will help you identify which sections might contain the information you are looking for.
• Selectively read and skip through sections of the passage.
refferences:
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http://chocolateva.wordpress.com/2010/01/17/difference-between-scanning-and-skimming/
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_the_different_of_scanning_or_skimming
according to 42explore.com, Skimming is used to quickly identify the main ideas of a text. When you read the newspaper, you're probably not reading it word-by-word, instead you're scanning the text. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time.
ReplyDeletefrom this definition, i get the point that skimming is used when we are going to search or find out the main idea of a long paragraph in short time.
There are many strategies that can be used when skimming. Some people read the first and last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move down the page or screen. You might read the title, subtitles, subheading, and illustrations. Consider reading the first sentence of each paragraph. This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and places. It might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts.
Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In most cases, you know what you're looking for, so you're concentrating on finding a particular answer. Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions. Once you've scanned the document, you might go back and skim it.
from this definition, i get the point that scanning is used when we are going to search or find out specific information in paragraph or list.
When scanning, look for the author's use of organizers such as numbers, letters, steps, or the words, first, second, or next. Look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color. Sometimes the author will put key ideas in the margin.
references:
http://42explore.com/skim.htm
accessed on march, 19.
Skimming refers to the process of reading only main ideas within a passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading selection. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time. Use skimming when you want to see if an article may be of interest in your research.
ReplyDeleteHow to Skim:
Read the title.
Read the introduction or the first paragraph.
Read the first sentence of every other paragraph.
Read any headings and sub-headings.
Notice any pictures, charts, or graphs.
Notice any italicized or boldface words or phrases.
Read the summary or last paragraph.
Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information. Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions.
When scanning, look for the author's use of organizers such as numbers, letters, steps, or the words, first, second, or next. Look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color. Sometimes the author will put key ideas in the margin
How to Scan:
State the specific information you are looking for.
Try to anticipate how the answer will appear and what clues you might use to help you locate the answer. For example, if you were looking for a certain date, you would quickly read the paragraph looking only for numbers.
Use headings and any other aids that will help you identify which sections might contain the information you are looking for.
Selectively read and skip through sections of the passage.
REFERENCES:
Research AIM. Tt. Reading strategies: scanning, skimming and intensive reading. Available on: http://www.networkedcranfield.com/logicofenquiry/gst/Reading/Pages/Readingstrategies.aspx. Accessed on: Monday, 19 March 2012
Johnson,Larry and Annette Lamb. Tt. Skimming and Scanning. Available on: http://42explore.com/skim.htm. Accessed on: Monday, 19 March 2012
SKIMMING and SCANNING
ReplyDeleteAnglefire.com (2012) explain that, Scanning involves a process of quickly searching reading materials in order to locate specific bits of information. When scanning you don't start from the beginning and read to the end. Instead, what you do is jump around in the text, trying to find
the information you need. Effective scanning techniques can be useful in any academic setting.
• Example : when looking up a word in a dictionary or in the Yellow Pages. You are looking for searching the keyword or idea (you expect to find); i.e. you’re focused on finding a particular answer. When I scan a text, I look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color.
In the same author, Skimming is another technique whose purpose is to gain a quick overview in order to identify the main points. When skimming, you will often skip words,
sentences, and paragraphs. When you are satisfied you have a general understanding
of the author's main ideas and key points. Some useful techniques are to read the
first and last sentences of paragraphs, the introduction, and the summary if one is
provided.
• Exaample : when reading a newspaper or magazine. I read the first and last lines of each paragraph.
Reference:
Angelfire.com.2012.Scanning,skimming and organizing.Available on: http://www.angelfire.com/blues/writing/scanscim.html. Accessed on: March, 19th 2012
ElenaBen.2007. Reading Part: scanning vs skimming skills. Available on: http://firstcertificate.wordpress.com/2007/11/16/reading-part-scanning-vs-skimming-skills/. Accessed on: March, 19th 2012
Name: Tri anggun Lestari (09250061)
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Skimming refers to the process of reading only main ideas within a passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading selection.
How to Skim:
•Read the title.
•Read the introduction or the first paragraph.
•Read the first sentence of every other paragraph.
•Read any headings and sub-headings.
•Notice any pictures, charts, or graphs.
•Notice any italicized or boldface words or phrases.
•Read the summary or last paragraph.
This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and places. It might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts.
Scanning is a reading technique to be used when you want to find specific information quickly. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information.
How to Scan:
•State the specific information you are looking for.
•Try to anticipate how the answer will appear and what clues you might use to help you locate the answer. For example, if you were looking for a certain date, you would quickly read the paragraph looking only for numbers. (read key word only)
•Use headings and any other aids that will help you identify which sections might contain the information you are looking for.
•Selectively read and skip through sections of the passage.
Summary: Skimming and scanning are very important reading techniques. In short, Skimming is used to quickly identify the main ideas of a text. And Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas.
(From College Reading and Study Skills and Academic Reading and Study Skills for International Students)
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Skimming refers to the process of reading only the main ideas in a section to get an overall impression of the contents of the reading
selection.
Skim ways:
Read the title.
Read the introduction or first paragraph.
Read the first sentence of every other paragraph.
Read each heading and sub-headings.
Note any pictures, charts, or graphs.
Notice the words in italics or bold or phrase.
Read the summary or last paragraph.
Scanning is a reading technique to use when you want to find specific informationquickly. In scanning you have any question in your mind and you read a section only tofind the answer, ignoring the information that is not relevant.
How to Scan:
What are you looking for specific information.
Try to anticipate what the answer will appear and what instructions you might use tohelp you find the answer. For example, if you're looking for a specific date, you will quickly read the paragraph just to find the numbers.
Use headings and other tools that will help you identify the part may contain the
information you are looking for.
Selectively read and skip over the parts of the passage.
Refrensi
http://pioneer.netserv.chula.ac.th/~pkanchan/html/skim.htm
Skimming is a reading technique that is used to get a quick “gist” of a section or chapter.
ReplyDeleteThe strategies of skimming.
Sometimes you need to get the general idea or gist of a text. The way to do this is not by reading every word. Few text books were written with your specific course in mind. So you need to adapt the material to your particular purposes, given the course and the task at hand. Skimming is the sort of reading which would be appropriate if your tutor asked you to read several books and articles for the next tutorial. She would not expect you to be able to recite it word for word, but she will want you to be able to discuss the issues raised.
You might try reading quickly through the table of contents, the preface and the index, then selecting from the chapter headings. You can then read the first and last paragraphs, and perhaps the first sentence of each of the other paragraphs. Don't forget to check any diagrams and figures. You should get about 50% of the meaning from all this and you are then in a good position to see if you need to employ scanning or detailed reading.
Scanning is a reading technique that is reading quickly to locate specific information.
The strategies of scanning.
You skim read material to get the general picture. To find out precise information you will need to practise the technique of scanning. You may need to find out specific details of a topic for an assignment or a task that your lecturer has set. There is little point in skimming a whole book for this purpose. You should identify a few key expressions which will alert you to the fact that your subject is being covered. You can then run your eyes down the page looking for these expressions - in chapter headings or sub-headings, or in the text itself.
Reference:
http://www.monash.edu.au/lls/llonline/quickrefs/12-efficient-reading.xml
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Task II: SKIMMING AND SCANNING READING STRATEGY
According the learning centre (2010). There are some strategies in reading:
1. Previewing the text to get an overview, Previewing a text means that you get an idea of what it is about without actually reading the main body of the text.
2. Skimming, Skimming involves running your eye very quickly over large chunks of text. Skimming allows you to pick up some of the main ideas without paying attention to detail. It is a fast process
3. Scanning, is sweeping your eyes (like radar) over part of a text to find specific pieces of information.
4. Intensive reading, is detailed, focused, ‘study’ reading of those important parts, pages or chapters.
5. Critical Reading, Being critical in an academic context does not mean simply criticising or ‘finding fault’. It means understanding how ideas have been arrived at, and evaluating their strengths and weaknesses.
6. Reading to Remember, The SQ3R Method of Study Reading is one of the core activities of study. The SQ3R method to help you remember a reading for tutorials, seminars or to revise for exams.
According to think literacy
1). Skimming
a). What is skimming?
Skimming is read quickly to get the main idea of a paragraph, page, chapter, or article, and a few (but not all) of the details.
b). Why do I skim?
Skimming allows you to read quickly to get a general sense of a text. So that you can decide whether it has useful information for you. You may also skim to get a key idea. After skimming a piece, you might decide that you want or need to read it in greater depth.
c). How do I skim?
1. Read the first few paragraphs, two or three middle paragraphs, and the final two or three paragraphs of a piece, trying to get a basic understanding of the information.
2. Some people prefer to skim by reading the first and last sentence of each paragraph, that is, the topic sentences and concluding sentences.
3. If there are pictures, diagrams, or charts, a quick glance at them and their captions may help you to understand the main idea or point of view in the text.
4. Remember: You do not have to read every word when you skim.
5. Generally, move your eyes horizontally (and quickly) when you skim.
2). Scanning
a). What is scanning?
Scanning is move your eyes quickly down a page or list to find one specific detail.
b). Why do I scan?
Scanning allows you to locate quickly a single fact, date, name, or word in a text without trying to read or understand the rest of the piece. You may need that fact or word later to respond to a question or to add a specific detail to something you are writing.
c). How do I scan?
1. Knowing your text well is important. Make a prediction about where in a chapter you might find the word, name, fact, term, or date.
2. Note how the information is arranged on a page. Will headings, diagrams, or boxed or highlighted items guide you? Is information arranged alphabetically or numerically as it might be in a telephone book or glossary?
3. Move your eyes vertically or diagonally down the page, letting them dart quickly from side to side and keeping in mind the exact type of information that you want. Look for other closely associated words that might steer you towards the detail for which you are looking.
4. Aim for 100% accuracy !
References:
The learning centre.2010. Reading Effectively. Available On: http://www.lc.unsw.edu.au/onlib/read1.html Accessed On: March, 9th 2012
Think literacy. Available On: http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/studentsuccess/thinkliteracy/files/Reading.pdf. Accessed On: March, 9th 2012
Skimming refers to the process of reading only main ideas within a passage to get an overall impression of the content of a reading selection. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time. Use skimming when you want to see if an article may be of interest in your research.
ReplyDeleteHow to Skim:
Read the title.
Read the introduction or the first paragraph.
Read the first sentence of every other paragraph.
Read any headings and sub-headings.
Notice any pictures, charts, or graphs.
Notice any italicized or boldface words or phrases.
Read the summary or last paragraph.
Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In scanning you have a question in your mind and you read a passage only to find the answer, ignoring unrelated information. Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions.
When scanning, look for the author's use of organizers such as numbers, letters, steps, or the words, first, second, or next. Look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font size, style, or color. Sometimes the author will put key ideas in the margin
How to Scan:
State the specific information you are looking for.
Try to anticipate how the answer will appear and what clues you might use to help you locate the answer. For example, if you were looking for a certain date, you would quickly read the paragraph looking only for numbers.
Use headings and any other aids that will help you identify which sections might contain the information you are looking for.
Selectively read and skip through sections of the passage.
REFERENCES:
Research AIM. Tt. Reading strategies: scanning, skimming and intensive reading. Available on: http://www.networkedcranfield.com/logicofenquiry/gst/Reading/Pages/Readingstrategies.aspx. Accessed on: Monday, 19 March 2012
Johnson,Larry and Annette Lamb. Tt. Skimming and Scanning. Available on: http://42explore.com/skim.htm. Accessed on: Monday, 19 March 2012
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Skimming and Scanning are some example of reading strategy
* Skimming
Sometimes we need to get the general idea or gist of a text. The way to do this is not by reading every word. Few text books were written with our specific course in mind. So we need to adapt the material to the particular purposes, given the course and the task at hand. Skimming is the sort strategy of reading which would be appropriate if our lecturer asked us to read several books and articles . the lecturer would not expect us to be able to recite it word for word, but he will want you to be able to discuss the issues raised.
* Scanning
we may need to find out specific details of a topic for an assignment or a task that our lecturer has set. There is little point in skimming a whole book for this purpose. we should identify a few key expressions which will alert you to the fact that your subject is being covered. You can then run your eyes down the page looking for these expressions - in chapter headings or sub-headings, or in the text itself. So we will more easy to understand the book,
References : Experience
: http://www.monash.edu.au
M GHUFRON/09250707
ReplyDeleteSKIMMING AND SCANNING
Skimming and Scanning are some example of
strategy in reading
Skimming
Sometimes we need to get the general idea or gist of a text. The way to do this is not by reading every word. Few text books were written with our specific course in mind. So we need to adapt the material to the particular purposes, given the course and the task at hand. Skimming is the sort strategy of reading which would be appropriate if our lecturer asked us to read several books and articles . the lecturer would not expect us to be able to recite it word for word, but he will want you to be able to discuss the issues raised.
Scanning
we may need to find out specific details of a topic for an assignment or a task that our lecturer has set. There is little point in skimming a whole book for this purpose. we should identify a few key expressions which will alert you to the fact that your subject is being covered. You can then run your eyes down the page looking for these expressions - in chapter headings or sub-headings, or in the text itself. So we will more easy to understand the book,
References : Experience
: http://www.monash.edu.au