How to create Cornell notes for the WL Classroom and capture student engagement.

1. Cornell notes in theWorld
Language Classroom
MadameAda C. MORLEY, M.S.Ed.

2. What are Cornell notes?
• Traditionally, Cornell notes are two column notes that includes a summary
of what was learned through taking notes.

3. My story with Cornell notes.

4. Why create Cornell notes?
• Aid in note-taking skills for students
• Helps keep information organized
• Helps the student’s thought process
• Automatic study-guide for students
• Helps improve student writing
• Personalizes the information for the student
• Differentiates learning for the student

5. How can these be adjusted for theWorld
Language class?

6. Cornell notes forVocabulary

7. SQR
Summarize, Question , Reflect

8. Grammar

9. What can be done in addition to Cornell notes?
• Add practice activities to the grammar or vocabulary sections of the notes.
• Keep the questions in the higher-thinking range.
• If using in the classroom, have them speak the vocabulary as they write the
vocabulary.
• When completing practice activities, make sure they are speaking as they
write.
• Check the notes to make sure they are complete.