Write a 250-word analysis (minimum)of your first book. Consider the following in your reflection:
How in this book similar to others you have used?
How does this book differ from others you have used?
In general, how are the chapters laid out (hint: each chapter is laid out in the same way in a textbook but every textbook differs in the way the chapter is laid out).
Describe chapter length. Describe other specific elements that are included.
Which parts of the chapter will be helpful to you? Explain.
Which parts of the chapter will be difficult for you? Explain.
What is your overall reaction to working with this text?
Identify your goals for using this text and how you intend to complete those goals.
Reflect on your personal general reading strategies for the second textbooks. Write a 250-word analysis (minimum) of your past habits. Consider the following in your reflection:
Where and when do you usually do your reading of textbooks?
What particular reading strategies do you currently use?
What has worked well for you?
What are your strengths as a reader?
What are your weaknesses as a reader?
What difficulties have you encountered?
What particular distractions make it difficult for you to stay on task when reading?
What would you like help with?