Comments by Lacie Doyle Most recent public comments by Lacie Doyle https://nowcomment.com/users/107342 Where was the piece published? https://nowcomment.com/documents/276337?scroll_to=2485298 https://nowcomment.com/documents/276337?scroll_to=2485298 Like reading and understanding the titles and headings, it is helpful to know where the article was published. If the articles are found using peer-reviewed journals in your area of expertise, you may better understand the terms and patterns used in the literature. For example, articles found using the Education Resources Information Center (ERIC) journals list or The Journal of Higher Education are easier for me to understand than CINAHL (Cumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Health). Both are important, but I know ERIC information may be easier for me to follow. Sat, 05 Jun 2021 21:05:08 -0400 Give yourself a break. https://nowcomment.com/documents/276337?scroll_to=2485296 https://nowcomment.com/documents/276337?scroll_to=2485296 It can be mentally exhausting trying to understand each section of a challenging article fully, so put it down and come back to it when you have had a minute to rest and regroup. Perhaps read something not as challenging in the meantime. Mon, 07 Jun 2021 13:50:30 -0400 I like this idea because it lends to engaging in a conversation with the author(s). Like reading non-verbal cues, understanding the opinions and positions helps conceptualize what they are trying to tell you. You can then respond with, "do I agree?". https://nowcomment.com/documents/276337?scroll_to=2485295 https://nowcomment.com/documents/276337?scroll_to=2485295 Sat, 05 Jun 2021 20:39:19 -0400 Seek individuals who can help you decipher the text. https://nowcomment.com/documents/276337?scroll_to=2485294 https://nowcomment.com/documents/276337?scroll_to=2485294 When a piece of literature or research feels like it is over my head or I am struggling to comprehend the big ideas of the article, I will seek help from those whose expertise is in the subject area the piece is referencing. Chances are, they have read similar articles and would be able to break it down in a way that is easily understandable for a layperson. I believe in the buddy system, so if there is anything others struggle with, I will do my best to help in turn. Mon, 07 Jun 2021 11:17:13 -0400 When there are challenging paragraphs, or I am struggling with a particular sentence structure, I will seek out and focus on direct quotes if they are provided. https://nowcomment.com/documents/276337?scroll_to=2485290 https://nowcomment.com/documents/276337?scroll_to=2485290 Direct quotes may not always be available, but when they are, they help me read the passage from a different individual's perspective, and that slight adjustment can sometimes be the thing that helps ideas and concepts click. Tue, 08 Jun 2021 22:08:14 -0400