Target Reading: A Speed Reading Seminar
Details
* Read significantly faster with improved comprehension and retention
* Manage your time efficiently when reading for work or school
* Find key information from a variety of sources (print & web) quickly & easily
* Take relevant notes while reading long, complex, or boring material
* Decipher complex information quickly and thoroughly
PUBLIC SEMINAR SCHEDULE: www.targetlearning.net/public-seminars.html
This program can also be offered on-site for organizations and groups.
Group Rate: $2,500 (maximum 30 participants)
Per Person Rate: $195 (minimum 5 participants)
These rates include the following:
* A 1-day interactive training class customized to your specifications
* Delivery of the class at a location and time of your choosing
* A workbook for each participant containing all the memory strategies
* Worksheets to apply the strategies using their personal thinking style
* Six months of access to your instructor after the training class
Outline
A Speed Reading Seminar
SECTION 1 - HOW WE THINK
Learning Style Indicator
An assessment tool to identify your most efficient way to receive new information.
Thinking Style Indicator
An assessment tool to identify your most efficient way to process new information.
Reading Skill Indicator
An assessment tool to determine your current reading strengths & weaknesses
SECTION 2 – READING SPEED
Barriers to Fast Reading
Hyper-Reading
You will learn how to scan and research new material at 3000+ wpm.
Reading Time Management
SECTION 3 – READING COMPREHENSION
Linear Comprehension Tool
Note-Taking Options
You will learn a variety of flexible note-taking strategies you can use based on your own personal thinking style – and the type of reading material.
SECTION 4 – ADVANCED READING
Deciphering Complex Information
Reading Critically
SECTION 5 – PROGRAM WORKSHEETS
Speaker/s
Stephen Gexler is the owner of Target Learning and the Lead Instructor for all its programs. He earned a master's degree in Adult Education with an Instructional Design emphasis, along with a Graduate Certificate in Training Systems Development. Stephen
has successfully taught seminars or training programs at the following organizations:
Schools & Colleges
Williams College, Bowdoin College, Wesleyan University, Yale University, The Citadel, Hartwick College, Bridgewater College, Susquehanna University, Foothill-De Anza College, Connecticut College, Stephens College, Choate-Rosemary Hall School | Heathwood-Hall
Preparatory School, San Diego Community College District
Business Organizations
Citicorp, BF Goodrich Aerospace, MoneyTree, Inc., Verizon Communications, GMAC Financial, BSMG Worldwide, Stallion Oil Fields, Syngenta Seeds, Inc.,, Padgett-Thompson, SureWest Communications, Genentech, Casino Arizona, Eagle Mountain Casino, Roebbelen
Contracting Keppel AmFELS, Broadcast Supply Worldwide, Wolf, Rifkin, Shapiro, Shulman & Rapkin, LLC, Restaurant Supply Chain Solutions (a Yum! Brands Co-Op), DP Wolff, Inc., GroupM, Inc.
Government & Non-Profit Organizations
U.S. Government Printing Office, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, U.S. Naval Undersea Warfare Center, ICMA Retirement Corporation, CalTech - Jet Propulsion Lab, American Hospital Administration Professionals, U.S. Navy, Army, Air Force, Marine Corps,
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Dept. of Defense, Oasis, Impact Ministries, Association of South Carolina Oncology Managers, Matador Community Credit Union, Bishop Paiute Tribe
Subjects Taught
Leadership & Management Skills, Creative Thinking. Critical Thinking, Team-Building, Dealing with Difficult Employees, Interviewing Skills, Customer Service, Communication Skills, Business Writing, Business Grammar, Speed Reading, Memory Improvement, Creating
a Positive Work Environment, Technical Writing, Writing Policies & Procedures, Managing Projects & Priorities, Accelerated Learning, Copywriting, Listening Skills, Study Skills, Train the Trainer
Overall, Stephen has more than 30 years of professional experience in business and educational environments. His previous positions include:
Director of Continuing Education - Northern State University
Director of Workforce Training & Community Ed. - Cerro Coso College
Campus Director - Fisher College
District Manager - Select Comfort Corporation
Center Director - American Learning Corporation
Project Supervisor - Intel Corporation
For comments about Stephen's instructional style and effectiveness go to:
www.targetlearning.net/commentsinstructor.html
Special Offer
50% DISCOUNT
If you complete any Target Learning Webinar or Seminar, you are eligible to receive 50% off any of our other webinars and seminars.
For details, contact [email protected]
We can show you how to learn and communicate new information more efficiently and effectively using your personal thinking style.
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Customized training classes that can be provided at a location & time of your choosing.
ONLINE PROGRAMS www.targetlearning.net/webinars.html
Self-paced, interactive webinars that include unlimited access to an instructor for three months. Free online tours available.
PUBLIC SEMINARS www.targetlearning.net/public.html
Professional development and personal enrichment seminars available to the public nationwide.
INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTION www.targetlearning.net/individual.html
One-on-one onsite instruction and six months of unlimited access to your instructor to help you implement the program strategies.