# Reading comprehension

First watch the video, then you can read the explanation. You can always go back to this page and rewatch the film or look at the tips below again.

What can you do to understand a text better?

Start by looking at a text and checking the:

- title
- pictures
- subheadings
- charts

Read the first paragraph; what is the main topic?

Look up difficult words.

Then read the text in depth.

So there are different ways to read:

- Skimming: this is done to get an overall impression of the text, without going into the details..
- Scanning: is done when a specific detail is required.
- Reading in depth: to understand the texts and broaden your knowledge on the subject. You do not need to know every single word.

Why?

To organise your thoughts, in order to retell the story and be aware of the main topic and what the unnecessary details are.