PQRSTT method of getting new knowledge, retaining it and using effectively?

PQRST is a famous reading and knowledge retaining technique based on the work done by Thomas and Robinson (1982), Spache and Berg (1978), and Robinson (1970).

I have added an extra “T“, TEACH OTHERS in this abbreviation to make it effective, not only for yourself but for others too.

P = Pick up the contents of the book, such as its table of contents, how the content is divided, what topics does it include, how topics are subdivided and what core areas the book has covered.

Q = Question it = After reading the book, formulate questions about the contents, titles and sub titles in the book. Ask questions such as “what is the purpose of reading this and how that content going to help me?”.

R = Read it = Read the book enthusiastically and be an active reader. You can mark important contents in the book with a highlighter or add some notes at the bottom of pages.

S = Study it = After reading contemplate what you just read. Try to connect the information with the idea book is trying to deliver. This is the step of deep thinking and trying to understand the content and summarize it in your own words. Repeat the content again and again unless you are clear in the concept and then summarize it.

T = Test it = Tally whether the information you gained from the book addresses the questions your raised in earlier step or not. If, the information is feasible, practical, not harming, productive, then implement knowledge in your life, your actions and thinking.

T = Teach others = Knowledge increases, gets refined, matures well when it is shared with others through the process of teaching. Whatever you learnt from the book, share the knowledge with other people and help them to succeed too.

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