Scanning

Definition: Scanning is a technique used to find specific information or keywords in a text without reading everything in detail.

Example 1: Looking for a specific name in a list, like searching for a participant’s name in a conference attendee list.

Example 2: Searching for a particular date or event in a newspaper article, such as finding out when a sports game is scheduled.

Skimming

Definition: Skimming involves quickly reading through a text to get a general idea of its content, focusing on main ideas rather than details.

Example 1: Reading the introduction and conclusion of an article to grasp its overall argument or purpose.

Example 2: Glancing over the headings and subheadings of a report to understand the key topics covered.