What is the FOG Index and how does it affect my reading speed?
The FOG Index was developed by Professor Robert Gunning of Oxford University. It is a system of measuring the complexity of words in communication – the more complicated the words, the higher the FOG Index. It follows that passages with high FOG indices require higher concentration levels and grasp of grammar. This is a direct cause of declining reading speeds and poor comprehension. There is plenty of poorly written information in the world. We readers are faced with a double-edged sword; slow reading ability and poorly written information. The only solution is to improve overall reading efficiency. 7. How do I calculate Words Per Minute? • Count the number of words on three consecutive full lines of print. (For example, 33 words on three lines) • Divide this by 3 to give average words per line. (For example, 11 words per line) • Count the number of lines of print down the left hand side of the page. (For example, 40 lines of print) • Multiply the number of lines of print by the avera
