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We thank the Tilburg University Language Center for the use of their Academic reading module which was drawn on for the creation of this Libguide.
Whether you are just starting out on your university studies or taking up your studies again after a few years absence, you need to be prepared to do a lot of reading. This guide offers insights into how reading works and how you can become a faster and more efficient reader. You will be required to read course books, journal articles, book chapters, reports, written assignments, and other academic texts.
better understand long and complex, specialized texts that you are likely to encounter in your academic studies
recognize genre and structure of any text
employ strategies to aid your comprehension of texts
develop your knowledge of English to support your understanding of language in texts
apply a range of strategies to read more efficiently making the best use of your limited time
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