Focused Note-Taking Process

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The focused note-taking process has five phases.

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1. Taking Notes 2. Processing Notes 3. Connecting Thinking 4. Summarizing and Reflecting on Learning 5. Applying Learning

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Taking Notes phase

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Create the notes by selecting a format, setting up the notes, and taking notes based on an information source.

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Processing Notes phase

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Revise notes by underlining, highlighting, circling, chunking, questioning, adding, and deleting to identify main ideas and details.

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Connecting Thinking phase

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Analyze notes using inquiry to make connections and deepen content knowledge by asking questions.

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Summarizing and Reflecting on Learning phase

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Pull together the most important aspects of your notes to craft a summary that captures the meaning and importance of the content.

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Applying Learning phase

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Use the notes as a resource to help you apply or demonstrate what you have learned.

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Importance of applying learning in note-taking

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Applying learning is crucial as it informs the first phase and shapes the note-taking format.

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Role of educators in focused note-taking

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Educators should model and invite students to engage in the note-taking process to make it a powerful learning tool.

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Purpose of focused note-taking

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To create a portable learning tool that students can carry throughout their educational experience.

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Evaluating notes in Processing Notes phase

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Evaluate the relative importance of information and ideas in the notes.