PAS-1000 Topics 1-4

Session 1

Note-taking strategies

are techniques used to effectively capture, organize, and retain information during lectures or while studying.

Note taking methods

Cornell, Outlining, Chart or Tables Concept Mapping

Cornell Notes

is a note-taking system that divides the page into three sections for questions, notes, and summary.

Components: Topic, Name, Class, Notes, Questions, Summary, Essential questions

Essential Question: This method helps students to organize their notes systematically, facilitating review and comprehension.

Questions: recall column for keywords and main ideas.

Notes: main notes and concepts of lecture

Summary: a brief overview of the notes written after class.

Outlining

organizes information hierarchically, using bullet points or numbers to indicate main topics and subtopics.

Ex:

I. Main topic

A. Subtopic

1. Supporting Ideas

Chart or Table

is a method for visually organizing information in rows and columns, allowing for easy comparison of data and concepts.

Caterogies like…. characteristics, similarities, differences, or classifications.

Concept Mapping

is a visual representation of relationships between concepts, typically using diagrams, shapes, and lines to connect main ideas and details

Active Listening Strategies

attentiveness, reflection, and responding appropriately.

Before lecture:

• review assigned material

• read textbook and prepare questions to clarify understanding.

During Lecture:

• take notes

• actively listen to lecture

• ask questions

After Lecture:

• reread notes and fill-in notes

• attend offices hours or rewatch lectures

Absence:

• get notes from classmates

• communicate with professors

SQ3R Reading Strategies

Survey: skim material to look for clues by reading titles, headings, introductions, summary, captions, and keywords

Question: valid questions about the main ideas, support, and examples and conclusions- how does the text relate to you, your community, or the world?

Read: actively reading the text and annotating main ideas and answering questions

Recite: speak outloud to retain material and explain content to yourself or a friend

Review: recap what was read, adding additional notes and annotations, ensure main points, supporting evidence and examples are identified and understood - write a short summary of the passage read