linear note taking

Linear note taking

Word linear comes from the word ‘line’

Also known as outline notes

The most simple method

what is it?

What?

A series of heading and sub-headings (topics and sub-topics) which written in a list like format down the page Linear notes are typically chronological outlines of a lecture or a text

method

- Bullets - Hierarchy

characteristics

• Numbering and lettering

• Indentation

Numbering and lettering

indentation

• Space/gap of the note

• Levels of important

pros and cons

Pros

• Organizes information based on headings

• Easy to review by turning main points into questions

• Easy to do in a lecture

COns

• Less visual

• Not interesting compared to other styles of note taking

• This method cannot be use if the lecture is too fast

conclusion

Linear note-taking is great for students who prefer structure and simplicity and prefer to compartmentalize information. however, it is not suitable for visual learner because it is too basic and less visual

References

Freeman, R. (1991). Mastering study skills (2nd ed). MacMillan. DOI 10.1007/978-1-349-12293-6 Guthrie, G. (2019). How spider diagrams can help you organize your best ideas. Cacoo https://cacoo.com/blog/spider-diagrams-can-help-organize-best-ideas/ Smith, S. C. H. (n.d.). Get free ebook. EAPFoundation.com. Retrieved September 29, 2021, from https://www.eapfoundation.com/listening/notetaking/styles/. Wiley, J., & Sons. (n.d.). How to study with linear and Non-linear Notes. dummies. Retrieved September 29, 2021, from https://www.dummies.com/education/college/how-to-study-with-linear-and-non-linear-notes/.Â