199 university freshmen were given instruction in increasing reading efficiency through one of four methods (e.g., tachistoscopic, controlled reader, controlled pacing, paperback scanning). Data indicated that all four methods produced significant (p = .01) gains in rate, the paperback scanning method being significantly superior to the other methods. No significant change appeared in comprehension level. All but the tachistoscopic method produced gains in flexibility.
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