Master Note Taking

Effective note taking requires you to do (2) things:

• To be organized and to listen

• To sit in a quiet place by yourself and to listen to music

• To play Roblox and to get something to drink

• To have all your materials from all subjects and to email the teacher.

What are (2) things you should write before you start taking notes?

• Your full name and your RCA house

• The answer to the essential question and teacher's name

• The date notes are taken and the topic/subject of notes

• Your address and phone number

What can you can do to your notes to have them stand out? (check all that apply)

• Highlight vocabulary words or keywords

• Circle important dates

• Underline main points or details

• Draw pictures to provide a visual understanding

True or False. Your notes have to be perfect!

• False

• True

When taking notes, what should you do while your teacher is teaching?

• Listen for keywords being emphasized

• On presentation, look for words that are in bold, underlined, italicized, or in color.

• Text your friend for the answer

• Watch teacher's behavior when stressing certain points or topics

• Listen for transitions and when teacher pauses or stops.

What are some materials needed to take notes? (check all that apply)

• Notebook Paper or Blank Paper

• Colored Pencils or Pens

• An Eraser

• Hard surface to write on