Note Taking and File Management

Writing your notes by hand is the most effective study technique as the physical act of writing helps commit the  information to memory, removes digital distractions and protects your eyes from blue light emitted by screens. It is also really important to create a writing habit as this is how all your exams and tests are taken and improving your writing speed, hand strength and handwriting are all crucial skills. Keeping all your work organised in folders and notebooks is a great way to organise your physical notes. If you are using hand outs or worksheets make sure you use a folder with sheet pockets to protect your worksheets and make sure they do not disappear off your desk or at the bottom of your bag. 

If you prefer to have digital study notes you can scan your pages and upload them to the note taking systems below, dictate your notes or type up your notes as you revise and summarise. This will need to be done in the library or before/after school due to the new 2023 device policy.