Note-taking &Study Skills

What Are Cornell Notes?➢ Cornell Notes: a system for taking, organizing, and reviewing

notes during class. This system was devised by Professor Walter Pauk of Cornell University (Ithaca, NY) in the 1950s.

➢ This method of note-taking focuses on a notes column, a recall column, and a summary of your notes.

➢ Studies have proven that it is not only more efficient but also makes it significantly easier to review notes (for example: when preparing for an exam). 2

Cornell University: The Cornell Note-taking System PDF

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Cornell Notes Method Video

Examples & Explanation

What’s Next?Directions:1. Open your notebook and divide a

sheet of paper to prepare for taking Cornell Notes.

2. Take notes on “The Last Lecture.”https://drive.google.com/file/d/18Us-VALZBPhGwmUO43qfSviMuhCCp3iy/view

Remember: You need a notes section, a recall/questions section, and a summary.

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What is Mind Mapping?★ A mind map is an easy way to brainstorm thoughts

organically without worrying about order and structure. It allows you to visually structure your ideas to help with analysis and recall.

★ A mind map is a diagram for representing tasks, words, concepts, or items linked to and arranged around a central concept or subject using a non-linear graphical layout that allows the user to build an intuitive framework around a central concept. A mind map can turn a long list of monotonous information into a colorful, memorable and highly organized diagram that works in line with your brain's natural way of thinking.

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Mind Mapping Format Example:

Time to create our own example!Let’s make a mind map.

Directions: On a sheet of paper in your binder, make a mind map centered around a peanut butter & jelly sandwich! You can work with the people in your row.

What should be in the center? What are the ideas? Sub ideas?