The document discusses best practices for effective notetaking. It recommends taking notes during classes and while reading materials to reduce the amount of information needed to study. Studies have shown that better notetaking leads to higher test scores, as regular note-taking helps improve recall and makes learning new information easier. The document also provides tips for organizing notes through outlining and Cornell note-taking methods, which involve separating key ideas from details to help map connections between concepts.

1. NotetakingLesson #5

2. Sensible notetakingReduces amounts of information needed to studyTake notes during class/lecturesWrite notes as you read texts & reference materials

3. Studies have provenThe better the notetaking, The better test scoresRegularly taking informative notes helps improve ability to recall lessons and makes learning new information easier compared to non-notetakers or the “Hit & miss” notetaking student.

4. Best methodsAfter class, as soon as possible, read through notes & condense writing, if needed.Review The better notetaker you become, the better prepared you will be to study for tests.

5. OutliningOrganizes info understandablyMaps out order of ideas, facts, & detailsNeeds to be written correctlyShould be in standard form

6. Outline sample

7. Outline tipsFocus on main ideas with supporting detailsOrganize relationships to show connectionsUse fragments – omit complete sentences, get rid of “fluff” wordsBe clear and concise.

8. Column notetakingalso known as Cornell notesLeft 1/3 Column: Key words & phrases Right 2/3s Column:Main ideas & details listed with numbers & a title.