- Notes can be taken digitally or physically according to personal preference. Some digital apps commonly used include: OneNote, MSWord, GoodNotes ( ) and Notion ( )
- It is also worthwhile to complete notes on a regular basis to save time during revision breaks
- Revision can also be complemented by flashcards which can be made digitally on Quizlet
*These methods serve as a guide and are not universally applicable, please endeavour to adapt these to your learning styles
Use one or a combination of methods according to the type of content
Rewrite, review and consolidate material after lectures
Highlight points you don't understand and ask after lectures
Use
abbreviations during lectures to save time while writing
Active listening, rather than writing everything down, helps create more effective notes
Outline Method
While lectures provide information, note-taking is a means of outlining lecture content in a more personalised and understandable manner to answer intended learning outcomes
Common Note-Taking Styles
Cornell Method
Promotes active thinking while writing
Organises information in a heirarchical manner
Charting Method
To compare and contrast material of the same type
Boxing Method
Information is grouped and therefore easier to review
Mapping Method
Enables establishment of correlation between topics
