This Speed Reading short course on SkillTiles breaks down everything you need to know into 10 structured milestones, each packed with bite-sized learning tiles you can swipe through in under 15 seconds each.
Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refresh your knowledge, this online speed reading course uses AI-powered content to adapt to your learning pace. Each tile delivers a focused concept, example, or quiz — making it perfect for commutes, coffee breaks, or quick study sessions.
Covering 70 key topics across 10 milestones, this course takes you from foundations to practical application. Earn badges as you complete each milestone and track your progress on your learning dashboard.
Course Curriculum
1
Reading Techniques
Chunking, skimming, and active reading
subvocalization awarenesschunking wordsperipheral vision trainingpreview and skim techniquesSQ3R methodactive vs passive readingspaced review of books
2
Reading Fundamentals
Understand how you read
eye movement sciencesubvocalization awarenesscurrent reading speed baselinefixation and saccadesreading posture and environmenteye strain preventionreading stamina
3
Speed Techniques
Read faster without losing comprehension
chunking wordsreducing regressionusing a pacerperipheral vision expansionmeta guidingrhythm and pacingspeed vs comprehension balance
4
Active Comprehension
Understand more of what you read
pre-reading strategiesSQ3R methodactive questioningsummarization techniquesvisualization while readingconnecting to prior knowledgecritical reading skills
5
Non-Fiction Reading
Extract maximum value from books
book selection strategiespreviewing and scanningidentifying key argumentsnote-taking while readingchapter-level summariesbook reviews and retentionreading lists management
6
Digital Reading
Read effectively on screens
screen reading techniquesspeed reading appsRSS and article managementPocket/Instapaper workflowebook optimizationreducing digital distractionsblue light and eye care
7
Reading & Memory
Remember what you read
spaced repetition for readingmind mapping booksthe Feynman techniqueteaching what you readbook notes systemsreview schedulesconnecting ideas across books
8
Technical Reading
Handle dense and complex material
reading scientific paperstechnical documentationcode documentationmathematical text strategieslegal document readingfinancial reportsadapting speed to difficulty
9
Reading Habits
Build a consistent reading practice
daily reading routinereading goals and trackingbook clubs and communityreading environment optimizationaudiobook integrationovercoming reading slumpsreading journal
10
Reading Mastery
Become an elite reader
syntopical readingreading across disciplinesbuilding a personal librarywriting from readingspeed reading benchmarkslifetime reading goalssharing and recommending