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Advanced Reading Techniques,  
RDA (Rapid Data Assimilation)

With emphasis on:
        1.        Comprehension
        2.        Retention &
        3.        Recall

Topics in this section

Reading Stages
        At what point on this list are we working?

Goals and Objectives of RDA

Reading Mechanics;
Body - You -  Mind
        The senses
        The director
        The storage and retrieval system                
     
Reading Pre-Assessments
        Diagnosing your Reading Problem
        Japan / Brazil
        Red Pony
     
Eye Control Techniques
        Four Common Reading Challenges.
        The clock drill.
        What are the Benefits of using a Pacer?

Linking and Organizing
        A better way to take notes?
        What are comprehension patterns.?

What is Comprehension
        Comprehension as defined in the dictionary.
            
Adequate Comprehension
        How much comprehension do you need?

Advanced Techniques Summary

Basic Drills A - E
        A.        Fluency, Read better – Read more, Warm up drill
        B.        Eye Control – Speed; Push Up drill
        C.        Comprehension – Make Pictures drill
        D.        Retention and Short Term Recall – Paraphrasing
        E.        Retention and Long Term Recall – Note Taking

Reading Post-Assessments
        Japan / Brazil
        Red Pony

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