Note-taking
The process of recording material/info in class.
Note-taking
It is important that students _______ for class so that they can get the most out of their learning experience during and after class.
prepare!
True or False: The act of studying is a way to help prepare for exams.
True
You should review your notes and handouts on a _______ basis.
Daily
You should always get plenty of _______ so you are alert for class and can stay focused for studying.
Sleep
True or False: In order to take helpful notes during class, it is important to understand your instructors' style of lecturing.
True.
To prepare for class students should:
A. Read the chapter being covered in class.
B. Complete any pre-lecture assignments.
C. Make sure they have all needed materials.
D. All of the above.
Answer: D
When should you read over your notes?
As soon as possible
Why is eating a balanced diet important for a strong foundation for learning?
improves health, gives you energy, boosts your alertness, easier to retain information, etc.
Above anything else, what should you take time out for?
fun/relaxation
What is the average speed of a students writing?
A. around .2 to .3 words/second
B. around .3 to .4 words/second
C. around .4 to .5 words/second
D. around .5 to .5 words/second
Answer: B
Writing ___________ in calendars can help in preparation/time management for future assignments and exams.
due dates
True or False: It is important to be strategic in your studying as it could raise your grade 1/3 of a letter grade higher than those who don't.
True
True or False: It is essential for students to take good notes during class because studies show that we forget 50% of what hear immediately after.
True.
Note-taking designed to:
A. Create a relevant detailed summary of lecture/text
B. Be equal to highlighting text
C. Show overall ideas in lecture/text
D. A+B
Answer: A
What is the method of note-taking that is considered with the most used, often set up with a main idea at the top of the page followed by smaller details?
Outline Method.
List 3 ways in which preparing material before class can benefit you
Can boost grade, not caught of guard if called on, memorize material better, etc.
What is the best method for study to break ratio?
A. 15 min study : 10 min break
B. 30 min study : 5 min break
C. 20 min study : 10 min break
D. 25 min study: 5 min break
Answer: D
Note-taking should take place:
A. During class
B. While reading textbook assignments
C. In preparation for an exam
D. A+B
E. All of the above
Answer: E
Name a location where you can easily go there and study.
Library, coffee shops, desk at home, etc.
This is the most important aspect when trying to take notes.
Listen to the teacher.
About ___% to ___% don't do pre-reading before class.
70% to 80%
What can you do after studying for long periods of time? (must give 2)
take a break, get up and do something else, stretch, take a walk, get something to eat or drink, etc.
What is one of the most important habits you can have when trying to study?
Always looking for new study habits!
what is the method of notetaking invented in the 1950's by Walter Pauk that involves an outline method with two columns, one for notetaking and the other for questions and ideas with spot for a summary at the bottom?
The Cornell Note-taking Method.