Whether you’re in a lecture or the library, it’s easy to get information overload. Take Great Notes helps you figure out which points matter most, and how to digest information efficiently and effectively.
- Identify and set good notetaking habits
- Take clear concise notes at every study session
- Pick the best notetaking method to suit you
- Use to improve your assignments right away.
Super Quick Skills provides the essential building blocks you need to succeed at university – fast. Packed with practical, positive advice on core academic and life skills, you’ll discover focused tips and strategies to use straight away. Whether it’s writing great essays, understanding referencing or managing your wellbeing, find out how to build good habits and progress your skills throughout your studies.
Super Quick Skills gives you the foundations you need to confidently navigate the ups and downs of university life.
Table of Content
Why and What?
Chapter 1. Why should I take notes?
Chapter 2. What are good notes like?
Chapter 3. How do I take notes in a digital age?
Methods of Notetaking
Chapter 4. What is the Outline Method of notetaking?
Chapter 5. What is the Cornell (layout) Method?
Chapter 6. What is the Charting Method?
Chapter 7. What are Visual Methods of notetaking?
Chapter 8. What are Electronic Methods of notetaking?
Notetaking in Context
Chapter 9. How do I take notes of a lecture or lesson?
Chapter 10. How do I take notes from an article or book?
About the author
Dr Denise Taylor is an environmental and wildlife conservation professional with a focus on large carnivores, and in particular wild canids. She was awarded her Ph D as a mature student in 2012 in the field of environmental education from the University of Nottingham. Denise has written books and papers on environmental education and canid conservation, and more recently has been involved in education projects on badger conservation in the UK. As an entrepreneur, Denise is the owner and managing director of Bridge PR & Media Services Limited, where she also delivers educational workshops on marketing strategy, and writing content for press and marketing.