Not a text on speed-reading methods, this text presents a proven way to increase the amount of useful information readers can gain from texts, notes and other resources. Whether reading texts or self-prepared study notes, the tips and techniques given in this text aim to ensure that readers will gain maximum comprehension. With advice on how to cut through the waffle to get to the core of a text, this book also demonstrates how anyone can develop a more critical approach to the material they read.