Note taking Strategies

Taking notes in class is very important. Here are a few hints:

• Stay organized and be prepared- keep all of your notes in a notebook or binder and date and number the pages so it easy to refer back to them
• Attend class
• Sit up front and listen carefully
• Use the main section of the notebook page to write down the main ideas (underline key statements and concepts)
• Leave space on the sides of your notes for questions, explanations or key words (these can be used when you are studying for the exam)
• Leave space at the bottom of the page to write a summary of the notes on the page
• Coordinate your notes with the text
• Ask questions if you are confused- get clarification
• Re-review your notes after class and highlight the most important information- you will only retain about 20% of the information given in class unless you review your notes again

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