Module 1. 
Healthy Lifestyle

1. Linear Notes

This type of note-taking is writing down the speech in order, in small blocks of text. You don't write unimportant words. You highlight key words that help show the main idea.

The main problem with this method is that you write down a lot of unnecessary information. Often, there is more useless information than useful information. This makes it difficult to remember and retell the content later.

Also, writing linear notes takes a lot of time and effort. In practice, only about 50-70% of these notes are really important; the rest of the writing is not useful. So, if you need good and clear notes, it is better to use other methods.

2. The Cornell Method

With this method, you divide the page into two vertical columns (the left column is 1/3 of the page, the right column is 2/3) and one horizontal column at the bottom.

• While listening, you write key words, main ideas, and important points in the left column.

• In the right column, you write more detailed linear notes.

• The bottom column is for a short summary of what you heard.

This structure helps you quickly find your way in your notes, remember the main points, and add details from the linear block.

This method is good for taking notes from:

• An educational video lesson.

• A conference.

• A speaker's presentation.

3. The "Outline" Method

This method uses a hierarchical structure for notes.

• First, you write the main big idea. You can write it as a sentence or a few key words.

• Then you write the subtopics. Leave enough space to add details later. These details help explain the main topic better.

You build the whole text this way. Outlines help you retell what you heard correctly and add details using key words.

The main advantage is that you learn to find the most important information and then add details. This structure is perfect for taking notes in a university lecture, where information is given in order by topic. It is also good for making a plan or a to-do list.

4. The "Bullet" Method

This method is very popular for fast note-taking, for example in a small notebook or on your phone. It is similar to the Outline method, but the main difference is the use of special symbols.

• For a key topic, you can use "#" or "!" and then write your point.

• For details, you can use "/" or "*".

• For advantages and disadvantages, you can use the standard "+" and "-" symbols.

This way of writing saves a lot of time. It also helps you see which points are connected to each other.

The "Bullet" method is a great choice for taking notes while watching a movie, reading a book, or writing down a recipe.

5. The "Mind Map" Method

Another effective way of taking notes is to create a mind map (or an intelligence summary).

• You write the main topic in the center of the page. It can be a sentence, a phrase, or a few key words.

• Then, as you listen, you draw "rays" (lines) going out from the main idea in different directions. You write details and other information on these rays.

In the end, you have a kind of "map" of the material you heard.

This method helps you quickly understand your notes, see which details belong to which topic, and retell the information well without missing important points. Also, a mind map is very practical for visual learners (people who remember things better when they see them).

JOGGING     GYMNASTICS     WORKOUT     AEROBICS     KEEP FIT

1. Many people prefer going for a steady run outside in the morning, also known as _________.

2. Hitting the gym for an intense training session should include at least one _________ to build muscle and improve fitness.

3. She excels in a sport that includes routines involving balance, strength, and coordination, called _________.

4. In these lively exercise classes, participants move rhythmically to music, which are known as _________.

5. To maintain a healthy lifestyle and overall well-being, it’s essential to engage in activities that help you _________ regularly.