Cornell Notes #1
What are Cornell Notes?
A way to take notes or focused notes
What are ways in which I can focus in on certain key words?
highlighting or underlining key information
What is something you can do to review your notes?
Fold your notes and use them as flash cards
What is the S in SLANT stand for?
Sit up
What is the essential question?
A question you should be able to answer when you are done taking your notes.
What are focused notes?
Notes that help to keep me organized and remembering the information
Why do you write a summary at the end of each section of your notes?
Helps you to remember what that section of notes is about.
What is the L in SLANT stand for?
Lean Forward or Listen Carefully
Should I write down everything that is on the board word for word?
NO! Write in your own words
Why is it important to take focused notes?
You will remember things better
What is the summary at the end of your Cornell Notes answering?
Your essential question
What is the A in SLANT stand for?
Ask Questions
Why will writing in my own words help me remember the notes?
It will help your brain remember the most important information
Where did Cornell Notes come from?
Cornell University
When answering the essential question at the end of your notes is like an ____________________.
It is like an exit ticket
What is the N in SLANT stand for?
Nod Your Head
So they can become flash cards and a study tool
What does AVID stand for?
Advancement Via Individual Determination
Why are Cornell Notes set up with the topic and essential question at the top?
To help keep me organized
What is the T in SLANT stand for?
Talk to your teacher