What are effective notes? They are notes that cover all the important points of the lecture or reading material without being too detailed or too limited. Most important, effective notes prepare you to do well on quizzes and exams. They also help you understand and remember concepts and facts. Becoming an effective note-taker takes time and practice, but this skill will help you improve your learning and your grades in the first year of college and beyond.
Make Good Choices
Going Back in Time
Think back to high school. Did you choose to save any of your high school notes? Do you remember the note-taking method you used? If you have an old notebook, look at the way you took notes in high school and think about whether this method works for you now. Is it time to choose a better method of taking notes? Consider this question as you learn about different note-taking formats.