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Effective Note-Taking Strategies for Success in Class

Learn essential techniques to observe, record, and review notes effectively. Maximize your learning potential by setting the stage, taking detailed notes in various formats, and conducting regular review sessions.

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Effective Note-Taking Strategies for Success in Class

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  1. Note Taking Kathleen High

  2. Fundamentals • Observe • Record • Review

  3. Observing involves: • Set the stage • “Be here now” in class • Watch for clues

  4. Set the Stage • Complete outside assignments • Bring the right materials • Sit front and center • Conduct a short pre-class review • Clarify your intentions

  5. “Be here now” in class • Accept your wandering mind • Notice your writing • Be with the instructor • Notice your environment • Postpone debate • Let go of judgments about lecture styles • Participate in class activities • Relate class to your goals • Think critically about what you hear

  6. Watch for clues • Be alert to repetition • Listen for introductory, concluding, and transition words and phrases • Watch the board or overhead projector • Watch the instructor’s eyes • Highlight the obvious clues • Notice the instructor’s interest level

  7. Record - Common types of note taking • Cornell format • Mind maps • Outline format • Paragraph format

  8. Record - Additional hints • Use only key words • Use pictures and diagrams • Copy material from the board • Use a three-ring binder • Use only one side of paper

  9. Record - Additional hints (con’t) • Use 3 x 5 cards • Keep your own thoughts separate • Use an “I’m lost” signal • Label, number and date all notes • Use standard abbreviations

  10. Record - Additional hints (con’t) • Leave blank space • Use tape recorders effectively • Use complete sentences when material is important • Take notes in different colors • Use graphic signals

  11. Review • Review within 24 hours • Edit notes • Fill in key words in the left-hand corner • Use your key words as clues to recite • Conduct short weekly review periods • Consider typing up your notes • Create mind map summaries

  12. Your turn to teach! • When instructors talk fast • Taking notes while reading • Improve your handwriting • Journal writing • Create your instructor

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