PRO Reading system, Analytical reading

Pro Reading system

A process to follow for developing effective reading habits

Four B's

Be supportive Be considerate Be accepting Be organized

O= Organize: Sure

Do something with what you have read. S= Select the facts and concepts you need to know U= Use the material you've selected R= Recite the information(self test) E= Examine your learning periodically (review)

P=Prepare to read before

Get ready to read 1. Purpose(know what your goal is for reading) 2.Preview(quickly look at the material before you start to read) 3. Previous knowledge(recognize what you already know about the subject) 4.Predict( ask questions about what you think you will learn)

R= Read Actively

Stay focused as you read. 1. Become involved 2. Be interested 3. Be alert and attentive 4. Monitor your involvement and comprehension

R= Reflect

Think as you read. 1. Discover new ideas 2. Connect new knowledge to previous knowledge 3. Use critical thinking skills to evaluate your new knowledge

Main Idea Sentence

a broad or general statement of the main point of the paragraph

Fight Distractions

all sorts of internal and external distractions compete for your attention

Be open-minded

be open to different perspectives and the opportunity to learn new things

Listen for content

focus on the topic and the opinions being expressed

Communicatation

is a process that involves at least two people a sender and a receiver

Aggressive Behavior

is domineering, intimidating, and inconsiderate behavior

Assertive behavior

is polite but forceful, independent, responsible, and considerate behavior

Manipulative behavior

is shrewd and devious

central idea

is the overall general statement or main point the author is making in a reading

Collaboration

means to work together cooperatively, as on a sports team

Paraphrase

restate in your own words what he or she said

Passive Behavior

shows submission, dependence, and avoidance of responsibility

Hearing

that sound of the words is registering in your brain

Listening

that you are paying attention to and thinking about what the words mean

stated main idea

the main idea sentence as found directly stated in the reading itself

thesis statement

the main point the author is making in a persuasive essay

topic sentence

the name used for a main idea sentence in writing classes

Summarize

try to put together key points

Main Idea

what the paragraph says about the topic