Speed Reading
Cluster
Research & Valorization
Target Group
Members of the Doctoral School
Aim
Brain-friendly speed-reading method, allowing the reader to improve reading speed, comprehension and recall by at least factor 3 by the end of the workshop. Further improvement is possible if the participant consciously and continuously applies the new skills in future reading. The new skills (3 for the Eyes and 3 for the Brain) have an impact on all stages of reading: input (speed) – short term memory (comprehension) and long term memory (recall).
Methodology
The Speed Reading method is based on experiential techniques, derived from insights in how the brain processes information. The method is originally based on the work of Tony Buzan (Radiant Thinking™, Mind Mapping™ and Speed Reading), and on the practical experience of the trainer.
Trainer
Programme
The workshop consists of two half day modules, separated by at least one week of own practice. Each module consists of 4 sessions of 45 to 50 minutes, separated by relaxation breaks. The new skills are immediately validated using reading samples – with measurement of speed and comprehension. Reading samples from various scientific disciplines (in English) for the first module are included in the syllabus. Participants bring their own reading materials (English or native language) to the second module: memo's; a newspaper, magazine or journal, and a non-fiction book of about 400 pages.
Day 1: module 1 The basic skills | One week of personal practice on own material | Day 2: module 2 The advanced skills |
Session 1: Assessment
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Session 5: Turbo eye and brain skills
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Session 2: Three EYE skills
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Session 6: Deep Reading
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Session 3: Practicing the eye skills
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Session 7: Information processing and the brain
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Session 4: Three BRAIN skills
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Session 8: Power Reading of large volumes
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Time schedule & Venue
Course code | Dates |
Time |
Venue |
SPR-2425-01 |
15 and 29 October 2024 (AM) |
09:00-12:00 |
Leslokaal 1.1 (Campus Ledeganck) |
SPR-2425-02 | 15 and 29 October 2024 (PM) | 13:00-16:00 |
Leslokaal 1.1 (Campus Ledeganck) |
SPR-2425-03 | 13 and 27 November 2024 (AM) | 09:00-12:00 |
13/11: Leslokaal 1.1 (Campus Ledeganck) 27/11: Leslokaal 1.4 (Campus Ledeganck) |
SPR-2425-04 | 13 and 27 November 2024 (PM) | 13:00-16:00 |
13/11: Leslokaal 1.1 (Campus Ledeganck) 27/11: Leslokaal 1.4 (Campus Ledeganck) |
Registration fee
Free of charge for Doctoral School members. The no show policy applies.
Registration
Follow this link to subscribe to the registration or waiting list. Your registration will be confirmed via separate e-mail.
Cancellation can only be done by sending an e-mail to doctoral.schools@ugent.be.
Number of participants
12
Language
English
Evaluation methods and criteria (doctoral training programme)
100 % participation
After successful participation, the Doctoral School will add this course to your curriculum of the Doctoral Training Programme in Oasis. Please note that this takes up to one to two months after completion of the course.