Once you’ve decided the method you’d like to take notes (paper or digital), gathered any supplies you need and got yourself organized, it’s time to take notes! Continuing from the first 4 steps in the previous blog “How to take good notes! Part 1: Getting ready!” let’s dive into the next steps to taking notes in lectures!
Step 5: Write down the essentials
You may not have needed to take notes in high school, and as you start college or university, you might be wondering how it’s done. Luckily, you’ve come to the right place: this article is a step-by-step guide to taking useful, usable notes in post-secondary.
Let’s get started!
Step 1: Paper or digital?
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