Here are some helpful resources, videos, and websites to help middle schoolers learn how to take better notes:
Crash Course Study Skills: Taking Notes
This engaging YouTube video breaks down different note-taking strategies for students. It's a fun, fast-paced guide to help middle schoolers understand how to take more effective notes in class.
Watch here on YouTube (YouTube).
WeAreTeachers: 11 Note-Taking Strategies
This article covers a variety of note-taking methods like the Boxing method (organizing notes into boxes for different ideas), Charting method (useful for comparing and categorizing), and the well-known Cornell method (dividing notes into sections for reviewing and summarizing). These methods can help students organize their thoughts and better retain what they learn.
Learn more about these strategies here (We Are Teachers).
Edutopia: Six Strategies for Taking High-Quality Notes
This article provides practical tips on how to improve note-taking skills, including using margins for comments, re-reading notes for review, and creating summaries after class. It also emphasizes the importance of longhand note-taking over typing.
Read about these strategies (Edutopia).
MindRoar Teaching Resources: Teaching the Cornell Method
A detailed guide on how to teach the Cornell note-taking method, which is one of the most effective strategies for middle school students. The site offers tips on how to set up pages for Cornell notes and how students can use their notes to review and study.
Check out the full guide here (MindRoar Teaching Resources).