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: After reading a section, try to explain it to someone else (or yourself) without looking at the book. If you can’t explain it simply, you don’t understand it yet.

Don't just read from start to finish—hack the system with these active strategies: TEXTBOOKS

For those looking to optimize their time, resources like the UNC Learning Center and Cornell College offer excellent handouts on note-taking and active reading strategies. : After reading a section, try to explain

: Pay close attention to charts and photos. They are often included to clarify the most important points in the text. Making It Stick : After reading a section

: Turn major headings into questions and read specifically to find the answers.