1	What is SQ4R? SQ4R is a textbook study technique which can improve your ability to concentrate as you read learn new material retain what you have learned This process consists of six steps.
2	Steps in SQ4R Survey Question Read Record Recite Review
3	Survey: preview the material What? Title Introduction Objectives Headings and subheadings Visual aids Summary Review questions
4	Survey
5	Question: decide what you want to learn How? Look at the heading or at the topic sentence Ask who, what, when, where, why, how? Why? Improves concentration Sets a purpose for reading Fosters independent learning
6	Read one section at a time Look for answers to your questions Stop and think Reread as necessary
7	Record what you want to learn How? You have several options: Note cards Marginal notes Highlighting or underlining Maps, diagrams, and charts Formal outlines
8	Record what you want to learn Why? This step has several benefits: Forces you to select what is important Keeps you actively involved in learning Activates kinesthetic learning
9	Recite: quiz yourself at the end of each section How? Out loud In your own words Without looking at your notes or the text at first (use your hand or a cover card)
10	Recite
11	Review: consolidate what you have learned How? Look again at headings, questions Try to recall key points Review any hazy sections
12	Review
13	Summary Steps in SQ4R Survey Question Read Record Recite Review
14	Summary