Note-Taking Quiz

What are the two main purposes of note-taking according to the video?

• To stay awake in class and to improve handwriting

• To encode information and provide external storage

• To impress teachers and pass exams

• To organize thoughts and improve typing speed

Why did early research suggest handwritten notes were better than typed notes?

• Handwritten notes were more complete

• Typing was too slow

• The limitation of writing speed forced better processing of information

• Handwritten notes were easier to read

What are the three sections in the Cornell note-taking method?

• Header, body, footer

• Title, notes, references

• Right section for notes, left section for cues, bottom for summary

• Introduction, main points, conclusion

What is dual coding?

• Taking notes in two different colors

• Writing notes twice for better retention

• Processing information both visually and verbally

• Using both handwritten and typed notes

When comparing typed notes to handwritten notes, what advantage did typed notes have?

• Better retention of information

• More complete transcription of lectures

• Better organization

• Easier to review later

According to the video, when does the advantage of handwritten notes diminish?

• When students type faster

• When students use a note-taking system

• When students review their notes before being tested

• When students add diagrams to their notes

In the Cornell method, when should you fill in the left-hand section (cues)?

• During class

• Before class

• After class

• During exam preparation

What is emphasized as most important regarding note-taking systems?

• Using the Cornell method specifically

• Having any system is better than no system at all

• Using only handwritten notes

• Creating artistic diagrams

How does the Cornell method help with finding information later?

• Through color coding

• Through the cue section on the left

• Through page numbering

• Through highlighting

What is the key point about diagrams and drawings in notes?

• They must be artistically perfect

• They should only be used in science subjects

• They help organize and understand information even if not perfect

• They should only be done on computer