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In this seminar, you will learn how to use your personal thinking style to:

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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

TARGET READING
A Speed Reading Seminar

NOTE:  This seminar includes practice time for the speed reading component using Target Learning materials – but we encourage you to bring to class the reading material you typically read at work to practice the other strategies.

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 
You will learn the mental and physical barriers that currently prevent you from reading very fast.  
Reading in the Fast Lane
You will learn how to apply a proven technique to improve your reading speed and allow you to adjust your speed based on the complexity of the material.  

Hyper-Reading 
You will learn how to scan and research new material at 3000+ wpm. 

Reading Time Management 
A step-by-step checklist to help you organize and manage your reading assignment to ensure you complete your assignments on time. 

SECTION 3  READING COMPREHENSION
Barriers to Great Comprehension 
You will learn the mental and physical barriers that currently prevent you from comprehending and retaining new information the first time you read it. 

Linear Comprehension Tool 
A consistent step-by-step reading approach designed for Linear Thinkers (i.e. analytical & detail-oriented thinkers).
Global Comprehension Tool 
A practical and flexible reading approach designed for Global Thinkers (i.e. strategic & concept-oriented thinkers).

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 
You will learn how to quickly break-down complex (and poorly written) material to ensure accurate and complete comprehension.

Reading Critically 
You will learn how to determine when the reading material is accurate and from a trustworthy source.

SECTION 5  PROGRAM WORKSHEETS

In the Participant Workbook, you will have worksheets and templates to help you organize your reading material, take effective notes, and put the information immediately to use.

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]

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We can show you how to learn and communicate new information more efficiently and effectively using your personal thinking style.

TRAINING PROGRAMS   www.targetlearning.net/training.html

Customized training classes that can be provided at a location & time of your choosing. 

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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. 

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One-on-one onsite instruction and six months of unlimited access to your instructor to help you implement the program strategies.

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