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Effective note-taking means being a good listener. You must be able
to listen ahead by processing and remembering what you hear while you
are writing. This means that you must be an active listener, paying
attention to both verbal and non-verbal signals.
Verbal Signals - Lecture's organization pattern
- Chronological order
- Comparison & contrast
- Cause & effect
Non-verbal signals
- Items written on chalkboard
- Handouts
- Visual presentations
- Lecturer's body language
15 Hints for Taking Effective Lecture Notes
- Read about the topic prior to the lecture.
- Sit in the front of the room.
- Use 8 1/2 x 11 paper.
- Only write on one side of the paper, skipping lines as you write
so you may add any additional information at a later time.
- Write notes in outline or phrase form.
- Develop your own abbreviations and symbols.
- Write down key words or new vocabulary.
- Capture idea concepts as well as facts.
- Copy all material the instructor places on the chalkboard or
from a PowerPoint presentation.
- Be sure to include all examples.
- If you miss a point, leave a blank space so you may go back and
fill in the missing information.
- Keep taking notes during student discussions.
- Review your notes after class while the ideas are still fresh in
your mind.
- Complete any missing information.
- Rewrite or type your notes
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