Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Note Taking and Organizing

Did you know that there are many different ways to take notes?

Here are some examples of different note taking techniques.

Linear Notes: This is where you write down everything without any major organization

Cluster Notes: This is where you write notes around certain “big ideas”. This type of note taking helps you see how ideas are related.

Roundtable Notes: These notes are done by using four ideas/books/lectures/eras/people/etc. gather around your “roundtable”. This style will help you connect and utilize all the subjects in a meaningful manner.

Reporter’s Notes: These notes are what reporters would use when interviewing someone. They have questions you would like answered. This style helps you gain a deeper understanding by looking deeper for your answers.

Try these techniques and find one that helps you. As you do you will become a much better note taker and a better student!

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