Note-Taking Strategies - Learning Center

Taking notes can help improve memory, increase understanding, and prepare for exams. Notes are a great study tool to utilize when considering the amount of information students must retain.

There are several ways to take notes - different strategies work for different students. Here are a few resources to help students improve their note-taking skills. If you would like to further discuss how to adapt these strategies to your own life, schedule a Learning Consultation with us.

Strategy	Document Type	Description
Note-Taking Strategies	Google Slides Presentation	Learn how to take more effective notes and learn about different styles of note-taking.
Note-Taking Methods	Handout	Learn about Cornell notes, concept maps, and outlines.
Lecture Note-Taking	Handout	This handout discusses how to take effective lecture notes.
Learning Consultations	Website	Schedule a free learning consultation to discuss how to implement these strategies.