6. NOTE
TAKING
STRATEGIES
Because we are all
uniquely made with our
own styles of learning, the
best note taking method is
usually one that fits your
learning style.
15. Strategy 1: Follow
the Argument
"MI" or bar = Main Idea
"SD " or dot = Supporting Detail
"P" = Author's Purpose
"Ex" = Example
"R" = Relevance
* = Key Take-Away
Circle quotes
It will be great to use in your classes where you need to have discussion and make some
great arguments. (Political science, Constitutional Law, Philosophy..)
16. Strategy 2: Follow
Your Response to
the Argument
! =
This is
Surprising
Check = I
Agree
X = I
Disagree
50/50 =
I Agree with
both sides
?? = I
have a follow-
up question
!? =
I'm confused Useful with your takeaway. (write your essays) Communications, Writing Fundamentals,
Physiology, English...
18. Some Final Thoughts on
the Importance of Note
Taking
Start with baby steps and try new things. Even the
struggle to find your own note taking styles will
benefit you in the long run.
“If at first you don’t succeed, try
another way.”
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21. UPCOMING
EVENTS
■ Goal Setting & Tracking
Learn how to set long & short term goals
for the semester and track your
progress.
■ Effective Reading Strategies
Learn about the difference between
effective & ineffective reading. The
presentation will introduce Skimming,
Scanning, and SQ3R.