Publisher's Synopsis
Silent Reading: With Special Reference To Methods For Developing Speed, A Study In The Psychology And Pedagogy Of Reading is a comprehensive book written by John Anthony O�������Brien. The book is focused on the study of silent reading, with a particular emphasis on the methods used for developing reading speed. The author delves into the psychology and pedagogy of reading, exploring the different techniques that can be used to improve reading comprehension and speed.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of silent reading. The first chapter provides an introduction to the topic, explaining what silent reading is and why it is important. The second chapter explores the history of silent reading, tracing its origins back to ancient times and examining how it has evolved over the centuries.The third chapter focuses on the psychology of reading, discussing the cognitive processes involved in silent reading and how they can be influenced by factors such as motivation, attention, and memory. The fourth chapter looks at the pedagogy of reading, examining the different methods that have been developed for teaching reading skills and how they can be adapted to suit different learners.The fifth chapter is devoted to the development of reading speed, discussing the various techniques that can be used to increase reading speed without sacrificing comprehension. The sixth chapter provides practical advice on how to implement these techniques in the classroom or in self-directed study.Overall, Silent Reading: With Special Reference To Methods For Developing Speed, A Study In The Psychology And Pedagogy Of Reading is an informative and useful resource for anyone interested in improving their reading skills or teaching others to do so. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it easy to understand and apply the concepts presented.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
