Note-taking

This picture refers to which of the following statements?

• Note taking is about writing it all down.

• Note taking is about writing just a few lines.

• Note taking is about writing key ideas.

• Note taking is about righting it all down.

Which of the following are note-taking methods?

• Cornell

• Mind Map

• Outline

• Symbols & Abbreviations

• None of these are note-taking methods

How often should you review your notes?

• After class, the next day, a week later, & at least once before a test or quiz.

• Only the night before the test or quiz.

• Just the next day to review and mark up areas you do not understand and that’s all.

• Never, just taking notes is good.

What is written at the bottom of the page of Cornell notes?

• summary

• your name and the date

• a list of questions

• source information

The teacher includes the information below in her presentation. Choose the best way to make a note to remember it.

Hawaii is the most recent of the 50 states in the United States. It became a state in 1959. It is the only state that is made up entirely of islands.

• Hawaii-most recent state, 1959. all islands

• Hawaii is the most recent state to join the United States. It joined in 1959. It's the only state that is made up of all islands

• Hawaii joined in 1959

• Hawaii one of the 50 states, 1959

When taking notes, abbreviations, and symbols _______

• allow you to take notes faster.

• should be avoided.

• should only be used in technical subjects like computer science.

• are an essential part of mind mapping.

Why should you take notes during classes?

• Listening alone doesn't retain information as long

• It helps exam revision

• It helps memory and understanding

• All of the above

What advantage does note-taking have over recording?

• Note-taking requires less effort

• Note-taking is faster

• Note-taking causes you to pay more attention to what you hear and helps with learning

• A recording doesn't allow you to review the material later on

Each of the following phrases said in class indicates that important information is coming up, except:

• "The main point is..."

• "Most experts believe..."

• "The bottom line is..."

• "A funny story is..."

What do all good note-taking systems have in common?

• They divide the page up into different sections
• They help you to review and remember the information
• They make use of different colored pens or pencils
• They make use of sketches and diagrams