Course Description
Mastering Reading Comprehension: Unlock the Power of Texts
In an era teeming with information, the ability to decipher, digest, and draw insight from written content stands as a paramount skill. Whether you're prepping for high-stake standardized tests like the SAT, ACT, GRE, LSAT, or GMAT, or aiming to elevate your professional skills, our comprehensive course on reading comprehension is tailored just for you.
With the proliferation of digital platforms, the demand for reading—ranging from technical manuals to online resources—has surged. Both academically and professionally, you are often inundated with an array of materials to read and interpret. Navigating this expansive textual landscape requires not just reading, but effective reading. But what if you could not only understand complex materials but do so rapidly and efficiently?
Our course is meticulously crafted to address the twin challenges of reading: comprehension and speed. It's not about skimming; it's about mastering the art of grasping the essence of texts swiftly. Whether you're an avid reader seeking to refine your skills or someone facing challenges with reading speed and comprehension, our course offers tools, techniques, and insights tailored to all proficiencies.
Consider this: industry wisdom posits that reading one book every month for five years on a specific topic can brand you as an expert in that field. Now, imagine supercharging that potential. What if, with enhanced reading capabilities, you could digest two books in a month, attaining expertise in half the time? Or even ambitiously, four books in just over a year?
The power of reading is undeniable. It's the gateway to knowledge, opportunities, and advancement. In the competitive landscapes of academia and the workplace, reading with precision and speed isn't just an advantage—it's a necessity. Our course isn't merely about reading; it's about empowering you to extract profound insights from texts, fostering a skill that amplifies your potential manifold.
Dive into our structured program and emerge with a transformative skillset. Equip yourself with the prowess to read efficiently, comprehensively, and ahead of the curve. Remember, in the world of texts, it's not just about reading, but reading right. Your journey to masterful reading begins here. Welcome aboard!
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate increased reading speed and comprehension by practicing for 20 minutes daily over a three-week period.
- Identify key factors that affect reading comprehension and implement strategies to improve understanding and retention within three weeks.
- Demonstrate improved reading speed and purpose by implementing the speedreading technique daily.
- Define the four modes of reading and distinguish their impacts on reading comprehension.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform pre-reading exercises by applying questioning strategies to new material, enhancing comprehension and retention of information.
- Identify the techniques that enhance reading comprehension by conducting a pre-reading preview, such as scanning subtitles and pictures before reading the main text.
- Demonstrate effective use of pre-reading techniques, including identifying topic sentences and concluding sentences, to improve reading comprehension skills.
- Recognize and apply the concept of topic, supporting, and concluding sentences to enhance understanding of paragraph structure.
- Demonstrate the ability to differentiate between fiction and nonfiction content by identifying key characteristics and purposes.
- Evaluate personal reading habits to determine brain dominance and select appropriate reading strategies for fiction, nonfiction, and technical materials.
- Demonstrate the ability to articulate a passage's main and supporting ideas by verbally summarizing paragraphs aloud after reading them.
- Identify and explain at least three signal words used in a provided passage to anticipate upcoming content changes and improve comprehension.
- Recognize and define unfamiliar words using context clues and dictionary resources, demonstrating an improvement in vocabulary by accurately using 10 new words in sentences.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Assessment Guide
Assessment | Points |
---|---|
An Introduction | 1 points |
Lesson 1: 20- Minute Reading | 2 points |
Lesson 1 Exam | 8 points |
Lesson 2 Exam | 7 points |
Lesson 3: 20-Minute Reading (Practice Pre Viewing Techniques 10 minutes pre reading/ 10 minutes regu | 2 points |
Lesson 3 Exam | 9 points |
Lesson 4: 20-Minute Reading (Practice Advanced Pre Viewing Techniques with Paragraphs) | 2 points |
Lesson 4 Exam | 7 points |
Lesson 5: 20-Minute Reading (Practice Reading Technical Material ) | 2 points |
Lesson 5 Exam | 5 points |
Lesson 6: 20-Minute Reading (Practice Interactive Reading) | 2 points |
Lesson 6 Exam | 8 points |
Lesson 7: 20-Minute Reading (Practice Expanding Your Vocabulary) | 2 points |
Lesson 7 Exam | 7 points |
Lesson 8: 20-Minute Reading (Practice Identifying Organizational Structures in Readings) | 2 points |
Lesson 8 Exam | 7 points |
Lesson 9: 20-Minute Reading (Practice Annotation) | 2 points |
Lesson 9 Exam | 8 points |
Lesson 10: 20-Minute Reading | 2 points |
Lesson 10 Exam | 7 points |
Lesson 11: 20-Minute Reading | 2 points |
Lesson 11 Exam | 8 points |
Lesson 12: 20-Minute Reading (change reading material) | 2 points |
Lesson 12 Exam | 8 points |
Lesson 13: 20-Minute Reading | 2 points |
Lesson 13 Exam | 10 points |
Lesson 14: 20-Minute Reading (change reading material) | 2 points |
Lesson 14 Exam | 9 points |
Lesson 15: 20-Minute Reading (Practice Reading with your Peripheral Vision) | 2 points |
Lesson 15 Exam | 10 points |
Lesson 16 Exam | 10 points |
The Final Exam | 43 points |