Before I decided to ask Dr. Major to be my dissertation chair, I started reading this text and taking notes. This is an excellent guide to start with, because I was able to look at the big picture by looking at the author's streamlined process of finishing the dissertation. Some of the key advice Dr. Single gives include writing groups and keeping a dissertation writing time log.
From what I am taking from this is how to do interactive reading and note-taking. She suggests that I jot down the main idea, main points, theory or concept, good quote, and my thoughts on the article. Similar to the annotated bibliography I had to do for the AHE 601: Professional Seminar.
I would recommend this book to be read well before starting the dissertation process.