A Study of Speed Reading and Comprehension Aided by Prediction, Skimming and Scanning

Abstract

Speed reading is a method of improving a reader’s ability to read and comprehend a text quickly. To help students learn to accelerate their reading, the techniques of prediction, skimming and scanning were employed in this study. The findings show that the use of these techniques improved students’ comprehension capabilities. The students in this study expressed positive attitudes towards the development of their skills, both in increasing reading speed and in motivating reading with a purpose.