1.)Linear text is traditional text that must be read from beginning to end, whereas nonlinear text is writing that does not require reading from beginning to end. ... Nonlinear writings, on the other hand, can have various reading routes depending on the audience.

2.)Collaborate. Peer collaboration will help you understand how other people perceive the topic you want to learn about. It is also easier to remember if you can recall who you discussed it with. Individuals benefit from peer sharing of information because it allows them to gain a broader understanding of a single topic. The exchange of ideas allows you to see it in new light.