Works well to find dates, names, and places
Might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts
Useful when seeking specific information rather than reading for comprehension
Done at a speed three to four times faster than regular reading
People often skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time
Some students will read the first and last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move down the page or screen
Some might also read the title, subtitles, subheadings, and illustrations. Other people consider reading the first sentence of each paragraph