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Reading Comprehension and Speed Strategies

This video will help you read critically in three ways:
- Separating fact from opinion
- Detecting propaganda
- Recognizing errors in reasoning

How to Read Essays You Must Analyze - Virginia Tech/U of Maryland
Nine steps to reading an essay.
How to Read Faster: 10 Ways to Increase Your Reading Speed
Here are ways to help increase your reading speed, like Word–Chunking and Skim the Main Points first.
Reading Comprehension Guide - Cuesta College - San Luis Obispo County
In-depth study skills guide for improving reading comprehension.

Person reading on top of a book shelf.

Time management is key to academic success. Below are some tips and strategies to help you stay on track with your studies.

Academic Success Strategies: Time Management - Minnesota State University
Large collection of tips, strategies and other resources to help you effectively manage your time during the quarter.
Time Management Strategies - Virginia Tech University
Detailed interactive tutorial on Time Management including documenting "where time goes" and creating an effective quarter calendar.
Time Management: Conquering Long Assignments - Purdue Writing Lab
Time management is a struggle for students of all levels. Provided here are some tips that can help you stay on-task over the long haul.