To get the most out of all kinds of information presented in writing, you should be an active reader. Reading actively involves using some of these strategies while you are reading and even before you begin.

•    Knowing your purpose for reading
•    Skimming to review material
•    Taking notes or highlighting
•    Restating the key points yourself
•    Checking your understanding as you read, and rereading if needed
•    Thinking of an example of a key point you encounter
•    Picturing what you read