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It is all very well reading lots of interesting books, attending lots of interesting classes, watching lots of intersting youtube clips... but how do we remember the information? Furthermore how do we remember where we got the information from in the first place? These methods below are tried and tested. (I wish I had this when I was at university... I had to make it up as I went!) Give them a go. And remember to write down the source of the information so you can cite it at a later date.
The Cornell Method
The Cornell Method
The Cornell note taking method helps organize class notes into easily digestible summaries. This method is effective because the main points, details, study cues, and summary are all written in one place.
ADVANTAGES:
ADVANTAGES:
- Notes are neatly organized, summarized, and easy to review
- Allows you to pull out major ideas and concepts
WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE?
WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE?
The paper is divided into 3 sections: a 2.5” margin to the left, a 2” summary section on the bottom, and a main 6” in-class note section.
- Use the main notes section to take notes during class.
- Use the cues section to review your notes. After class, write down things you’ll need to remember and a prompt for each. You can also use this section for vocabulary words and study questions.
- In the summary segment at the bottom, write a summary of your notes. This is where you will highlight the main points.
THE MAPPING METHOD
THE MAPPING METHOD
The Mapping note taking method is a more visual way to organize your class notes. This technique is useful when learning about relationships between topics.
ADVANTAGES:
ADVANTAGES:
- Useful for visual learners who struggle with studying from notes.
- Helps you remember and connect relationships between topics.
WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE?
WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE?
The page is organized by topic. The main topics branch out into subtopics with detailed information about each.
HOW DO YOU USE IT?
HOW DO YOU USE IT?
- While in class, begin the map with the main topic.
- Branching off the main topic, write a heading for each of the subtopics.
- Write any important notes underneath each subtopic.
- Continue the pattern.
THE OUTLINING METHOD
THE OUTLINING METHOD
The Outlining note taking method uses headings and bullet points to organize topics. This method is most useful when learning about topics that include a lot of detail.
ADVANTAGES:
ADVANTAGES:
- Allows notes to be neatly organized.
- It is easy to see the relationship between topics and subtopics.
- It is easy to turn points into study questions.
WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE?
WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE?
Each section starts with a heading of the main topic. Each subtopic and supporting fact is written underneath the proper heading.
HOW DO YOU USE IT?
HOW DO YOU USE IT?
- During a lesson, begin your notes with a single bullet point and write the main topic.
- Place the first subtopic below and indented slightly to the right.
- List any details below your heading and slightly to the right.
In the interests of Academic Honesty , please note that this has been taken from oxfordlearning.com
You can go directly to this site and read about this and other methods by clicking on this link. They also have a video that explains these methods as well as other support material.
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