SQ3R

SQRRR or "SQ3R" is a reading comprehension method named for its five steps: survey, question, read, recite, and review . The method was introduced by Francis Pleasant Robinson, an American education philosopher in his 1946 book Effective Study.

The method offers a more efficient and active approach to reading textbook material. It was created for college students, but is extremely useful for young students as well. Classrooms all over the world have begun using this method to better understand what they're reading.

Similar methods developed subsequently include PQRST and KWL table.

Once you reach the end of the passage, say back to yourself what the point of the whole passage is - again, using your own words.

Best's process of effective comprehension suggests 6 stages for better understanding a topic while in a learning process.

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