Note-Taking: A Beginner's Guide to Effective Note-Taking Strategies
In this course, students will learn why notetaking is important and try their hand at several different methods.
Cynthia Dise
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What's included
3 live meetings
2 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Suggested homework of less than 1 hr per week.Class Experience
Unlock the secrets to successful note-taking and unleash your potential for academic excellence with this class tailored for beginners. Note-taking is a fundamental skill essential for academic success, effective learning, and information retention. In this engaging and interactive course, students will learn the foundational principles and techniques of note-taking, empowering them to capture, organize, and synthesize information effectively across various learning environments. Using a step-by-step approach, students will develop essential skills and strategies to enhance their learning experience and achieve academic success. Students will be introduced to a new way of thinking about note-taking and learn how to “customize” their notes in a way that works for them. I will provide materials for students to practice note-taking outside of class (articles on science or history). Students are encouraged to share their notes with me so that I may provide feedback. Three note-taking methods will be taught: -- Outline Method -- Cornell Notes -- Doodle Notes Day 1 Why note-taking is important, the Outline method of taking notes Day 2 The Cornell method of taking notes Day 3 Mind mapping and Doodle Note-taking
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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined November, 2022
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Master's Degree in Education from Strayer University
I am a home school mom of 3. I've been homeschooling since 2007, when my oldest started kindergarten. I've taught many classes to homeschooled kids through different co-ops and online.
I teach various classes in history, social studies, math, programming, and zen doodling. I have been Zentangling and drawing mandalas for about 10 years.
I have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a Master’s Degree in Education with a focus on Instructional Technologies. I was a software engineer before making the move to stay home and homeschool my kids.Reviews
Live Group Class
$30
for 3 classes3x per week, 1 week
45 min
Completed by 81 learners
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Ages: 11-15
3-10 learners per class
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