Margaret, thanks for taking the time for such a thorough reply. I can say this much at present.. it seems that (as a beginner) I already feel my 'overall' super reading, conventional rapid reading, skimming, reading the parts I feel are more important than others..is going FASTER and smoother. It seems to be helping most in "my concentration." I've ALWAYS had a HUGE tendency to have my mind wander when reading dry texts, but currently, since my understanding seems greater (so Far) my interest and concentration seems improved.
All told, I'm not at 25,000 words a minute with 80% comprehension, but I feel I'm gaining ground in baby steps.
Diligence will pay off I trust!