Approaching ACT Reading for Slow Readers

Introduction

• Discuss strategies for improving ACT reading scores for slow readers.
• Presenter improved ACT score by 15 points using these strategies.
• Mention of a course available for further study.

Main Approaches to ACT Reading

1. Passage Glancing

   • Recommended high-potential strategy.
   • Overview:
     • Quickly glance through the passage.
     • Identify main ideas, relationships, emotions, and events.
     • Annotate where main ideas are located.
   • Focus on:
     • Relationships
     • Emotions
     • Events
   • Benefits:
     • Saves time (1-3 minutes per passage).
     • Avoids unnecessary details.
     • Increases efficiency by focusing on commonly asked details.
   • Challenges:
     • Requires practice to increase reading comprehension speed.
     • Suggested practice: 10-15 practice exams.

2. Reading in Depth with Timing Strategy

   • Alternative approach for immediate improvement with less practice.
   • Time Management:
     • Allocate more time to passages where you are stronger (10 minutes).
     • Skim through weaker passages (5 minutes) and make educated guesses.
   • Expectation:
     • Achieve scores around 26-27 by answering 80% of questions correctly on strong passages.
     • Lower score improvement potential compared to passage glancing.

Strategy Selection

• Passage Glancing
  • Best for significant improvement over time.
  • Less time-consuming per passage.
  • Suitable for those willing to practice consistently.
• Reading in Depth
  • Easier to develop and implement.
  • Suitable for those on a tight schedule.

Recommendations

• Choose strategy based on personal strengths, time availability, and desired score.
• Consider passage glancing for higher score improvement.
• Use reading in depth for quick fixes if time-constrained.
• Think of passage glancing as a game to keep it engaging.

Additional Resources

• Free ACT prep resources available (practice exams, official exams).
• Options for one-on-one tutoring sessions and college application discussions.
• Links provided for further assistance.

Conclusion

• Decide on the best approach for individual needs and timelines.
• Encouragement to experiment with strategies to find the most effective one.