According To Research, Reading Books By Memorizing Can Improve Memory

Illustration of the benefits of reading a book with its pronunciation (Freepic)

YOGYAKARTA - Reading a book is one of the positive habits that has been recommended for a long time. But what if we don't just read it quietly, but read it in voice or recite the reading? Is there any extra benefit? Recently, a study was reported by PsyPost, quoted Friday, September 26, mentioning that reading with the caption can improve the ability to remember reading rather than reading quietly.

Even though reading is not said to automatically makes us better understand the text content in depth. That is, although we can 'remember' better details, it does not guarantee that we can capture the meaning, context, relationship, or draw inference from the text better. Research published in the journal Memory & Cognition, Reading text aloud benefits memory but not compression, shows an increase in memory after reciting what is read and done consistently. Whereas in terms of understanding, the results do not show significant benefits.

Researchers conclude, strengthening memory is not always synonymous with strengthening understanding. So, reading hard should be seen as an additional tool, not a single solution for all types of learning materials. To understand what the benefits of reading are, this is the explanation list.

Research shows the effect of vocalization, where when we say words or text with sound, in the strong memory of words compared to when we only read in our hearts. By reciting reading, we "activate" additional sensory pathways (hearing, articulation), which enrich memory encoding.

When we read in our voice, we unconsciously do some kind of internal repetition. Namely not only reading, but also hearing, saying, and mentally repeating these words. This repetitive process strengthens the traces of short-term memory into medium or long-term memory.

If our goal is to remember listings, quotes, facts, or important points, for example in the preparation of exams or presentations, reading hard can be an efficient quick trick rather than just reading silences many times. The vocalization effect can help stimulate' these points stronger in memory.

Reading with sound activates more senses than reading silence. This can make the reading process feel more interactive, and may reduce the risk of livening' while the mind rolling' or called mind ordering, especially if we tend to lose focus quickly when reading silence.

For people who are stronger in learning through hearing, reading by text can facilitate the internalization process. Hearing for yourself the words spoken can make the reading experience more thorough.

But keep in mind, reading by text does not significantly help better understand the contents read. Things to note, focus on reading hard on key sections, such as core concepts, definitions, or important quotes. Well, after reading hard, take a break for reflective sessions. Stop for a moment and give space to understanding, it would be better.

You can combine hard reading techniques by recording, creating diagrams, or creating quizzes to deepen understanding. Hard reading is also advised not to rush. Try with a comfortable tempo and intonation to get the benefits of reading multiple books.