How to read more: Simple three-step system

Re:How to read more: Simple three-step system by gnicholas on Tuesday May 30, 2017 @02:33AM (#14443284)

I'm curious if you read books in paper or on a device. Many bookworms have a strong preference for (1) paper, (2) e-ink screens, or (3) devices that offer easy markup. What do you favor?

You mention that you don't use speed-reading techniques. Is this because you find them ineffective, taxing, or unenjoyable? My understanding (based on working in literacy tech) is that many speed-reading techniques — esp those taught in study skills classes — are more akin to skimming than what educators call "close reading". On the other hand, there are tools like Spritz [1], Spreeder [2], and BeeLine Reader [3] (of which I am the creator) that are aimed at increasing reading speed, but which are very different from classical speed-reading techniques.

Since you're interested in reading, I'd be interested in your take on why you aren't using classical speed-reading techniques, and if you find the tech tools to be objectionable/not worthwhile for the same reasons.

1: https://www.spritzinc.com

2: https://www.spreeder.com

3: https://www.BeeLineReader.com

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Re:How to read more: Simple three-step system by shirian on Tuesday May 30, 2017 @04:58AM (#14443841)

If I understand you correctly, you are the creator of BeeLine Reader. Just wanted to let you know that it seems like the TLS certificate is invalid or misconfigured, because I get an error when connecting to the site with Firefox. Thanks for the links, anyhow.

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Re:How to read more: Simple three-step system by louhike on Tuesday May 30, 2017 @05:54AM (#14444081)

Yes, I have the error "ERR_CERT_COMMON_NAME_INVALID". I think it's because the certificate is aimed for *.herokuapp.com domains.

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Re:How to read more: Simple three-step system by gnicholas on Tuesday May 30, 2017 @09:40AM (#14445259)

Ah, yep pasted this in wrong. Thanks for flagging!

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Re:How to read more: Simple three-step system by swah on Tuesday May 30, 2017 @08:44AM (#14444867)

Many older books only exist on paper. And if a book is cheaper on paper I will always buy the paper version. I like the weight (cheap paperbacks are perfect) and making pencil markings, even though they are not easily exported...

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Re:How to read more: Simple three-step system by DeanYeong on Tuesday May 30, 2017 @11:06AM (#14445857)

Thanks for your recommendations. I think part of the reason why I don't like speed-reading, is that I haven't found one that works for me. That said, I'm always open for options.

By biggest concern about speed-reading is about knowledge retention. Yes, I may be able to read 100 books in a year, but the question is, how much can I remember and apply in real life?

I don't bother too much with reading fast because I want to have to the time to let the ideas and insights sink in before I hop on to the next book.

Regarding my preference on the reading device: For me, paper first, then anything else with the right size (I hate reading on my phone.)

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Re:How to read more: Simple three-step system by gnicholas on Tuesday May 30, 2017 @11:53AM (#14446177)

Interesting! I agree that some speed-reading techniques seem to push things too far if the goal is comprehension and strong recall.

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