Once you have determined your purpose, prior knowledge, and the type of text you are reading, you should read the text actively. This means reading with a purpose and trying to understand the main ideas and supporting details of the text. You should also be aware of the author's purpose and point of view, and consider how the text is organized.
Here are some tips for reading actively:
* Preview the text before you read it. This will give you a general idea of the text's content and structure.
* Read with a purpose. What are you trying to learn from the text?
* Pay attention to the main ideas and supporting details.
* Be aware of the author's purpose and point of view.
* Consider how the text is organized.
* Ask yourself questions about the text as you read.
* Summarize the main ideas of the text after you read it.
Reading actively will help you to better understand and remember the information in the text.