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Skimming, or speed-reading, means you go through a text fast. You will probably only pick up part of the content, so it is important to scan and choose well. Check whether you can use the layout of the text as a basis for what and where you read. Learning strategy S5 is an example of structured skimming, but it may be that the text is not laid out in a way that lets you do S5. Then skimming is a useful learning strategy for going quickly over a text. The strategy is also useful for a text you already know, …

S5 is useful learning strategy that will give you a quick overview of a new text. S5 helps you identify and take in the 5 main elements of a text: Skim through the images Study the introduction Study the conclusion Search for the headlines Scan for keywords You can combine this learning strategy with others, e.g. a mind map for the headings or 2-column overview for the key terms. With S5, you utilize the structure of a text in a smart way. Skim through the images On a page with not too many images, you’ll be able to see them …