Note-Taking Strategies: Find a Format That Works for You in 55 Minutes!
Improve your confidence with note-taking by testing out a variety of note-taking formats in this one-time class. Engage with other learners in an exciting debate to determine the best note-taking method: writing or typing?
Madison Taylor, BEd, MScOT
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(360)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursHomework
Students may choose to compare their notes to examples notes that will be posted in the classroom.Class Experience
In this class, learners will be exposed to the essentials of note-taking: what to write, how to write it, and how to pick out the important information from all other information. Learners will have the opportunity to test out two note-taking templates (choosing from bullet, Cornell, and mind-mapping) by watching two highly-engaging videos. Learners will then reflect on these templates to identify which note-taking template works best for them. What do learners love most about this class? The friendly debate at the end: Is writing notes by hand better than typing notes?! After class, students will be able to compare their notes with mine. They will also have an opportunity to test out the third note-taking format in an optional homework assignment.
Other Details
Supply List
Students will need paper and a pen or pencil for this class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
4.9
360reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Science from University of Alberta
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Alberta
Hello learners and families! I have so much gratitude for being a part of the Outschool community.
My undergraduate degree is in elementary education but I also have experience teaching in the junior high setting. I tutored grades 5-11 math for six years and enjoyed every hour I spent with the students. Though my intention was to create many math classes here on Outschool, I am finding that I love to design and teach classes that are more suited to the 'Life Skills' category. I love to break down tasks for students and empower them with academic skills that are often left out of the traditional curriculum: test-taking, studying, note-taking, etc.
When I am not teaching, I enjoy playing soccer and badminton, as well as training for long-distance running races (when there's no snow here in Canada!)
I fully believe that I will learn as much from the students as they will learn from me; I value collaboration and discussion. A question from a student is a "peek" into their brain for me.
I look forward to teaching your child!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 555 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
3-8 learners per class
