Want to learn something from a book?  Here is an approach to aid comprehension:

1. Scan the Table of Contents
2. Read the Introduction
3. Scan the chapter you are about to read
4. Read the chapter
5. Highlight the key points of the chapter and take/make notes in the margins (This assumes the book is yours)
6. Reread the highlights and notes

Follow these steps and you should have a solid grasp of the material.  Studies have shown it takes seven exposures to material to know it-- you cover about five in this process.

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