The Houghton Mifflin Guide To Reading Textbooks

by Houghton Mifflin Co.

• ISBN13: 9780618455270
• ISBN10: 0618455272
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-05-05
• Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing

Summary

The Houghton Mifflin Guide to Reading Textbookshighlights key skills and strategies required to successfully read college-level materials. Part One describes key elements that often appear in textbooks, such as definitions, visual aids, and charts. Part Two examines how to deal with distractions, manage time, take notes, and read critically. In Part Three, students apply what they have learned to 5 short selections from various college disciplines. Part Four features three full-length textbook chapters from actual business, physical sciences and history texts. Pre-reading exercises allow students to preview each chapter, andCheck Your Understandingexercises ensure students remain on track. An answer key at the end of the text allows students to work independently.

Table of Contents

Features of College

Textbooks Learning Goals or Chapter Objectives

Key Terms and Definitions

Chapter Outlines Organization and Headings Visual Aids

Chapter Summary Review Questions, Discussion Questions, and Exercises

Study Guides

Strategies for Reading College

Textbooks Your Physical Reading Environment Dealing with Distractions Time Management

The Reading Process More Active Reading

Techniques ""Speed"" Reading and Efficient Reading Critical Reading Language and Learning

Using Textbo

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