ASMR Math: How to Study: Tip #5: How to Read a Textbook
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Shorter edit: 20 Steps to Reading a Textbook
20 Steps to Reading a Textbook
Familiarize yourself with the Table of Contents.
Use the Index to navigate the book.
Scan Footnotes.
Read the Introduction/Preface/Conclusion.
Know what's in the Appendix.
Read the Titles/Subtitles/Headers.
Read and learn from the Examples.
Read/understand Bold/Italic/Highlighted text.
Spend time understanding graphics/visuals.
Make note of formulas that are numbered.
Check your work as you do it (one at a time).
Read/review everything in the side columns.
Always read first & last paragraphs of sections.
Read first sentence of every paragraph.
Read last/middle sentences of large paragraphs.
Read the text before and after a formula.
Read new concepts in detail, i.e., take your time.
Read introduction and conclusion of chapters.
If you need to, highlight/take notes in the textbook.
Enjoy it. Savor it. Cherish the opportunity to read.