Reading, one of the most effective ways of learning, needs practice and consistency throughout your life.
Teachers often focus on reading more than any other aspect of education. It has many scientific reasons. When you read committedly, your learning becomes easier. Engaging in books since childhood is nothing but building up a habit. Be it your educational books or story books, reading increases your concentration and learning efficiency. However, there are numerous myths about the way and effectiveness of reading. Let's debunk those misconceptions.
Myth: You have to go through every single word in a book.
Fact: No, you don't have to read every word with equal focus. If there is any unnecessary topic discussed in a book, don't just waste your time and effort. Instead, conceptualize the important segments. With the boom of the internet, there are so many articles available to read, so try to read as many books as possible with proper attention.
Myth: Reading a book once is more than enough.
Fact: There is no fixed rule of time for reading a book. You can read a book once or many times. That depends on your capabilities in conceptualizing the content. Some people are blessed with brilliant memory and cognition, for them, reading a book for once is enough, but not for everyone. Let's take an example of a physics or mathematics book, where you need to revisit the chapter to recollect.
Myth: Encourage your kid to read faster, it's an effective way of learning.
Fact: Never do that. The brain of a child is very sensitive and grows faster. Never assume that, if a kid reads faster, he/she is a good learner. Speed of reading has nothing to do with learning. Always encourage your child to understand the concept rather than read it faster.
Myth: Modern Devices Are a must To enhance Reading Speed
Fact: This is another partial truth about effective reading. Undoubtedly, there are numerous devices available to improve reading speed, but, the most effective way is practice and consistency. Also, taking notes is a good habit that can improve fast reading. You must force yourself consciously to read a bit faster.
Myth: If your kid is facing trouble reading, give him/her more time.
Fact: This is a partial truth. Many children face trouble reading. It's a natural thing. It depends on the structural and functional development of their brain. But, never force them if you observe this in your kid. Try to understand the problem and talk to a psychoanalyst. He/she can provide the best solution. If you constantly force your kid to trouble reading, he/she will ultimately lose interest in reading.
Reading is much more than an activity; an important skill for everyone's educational as well as professional path. So, never mock any voracious reader. You should appreciate them and learn the process of effective reading.
