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If you're studying English in a classroom, you're going to have to make notes.
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They're useful ways of helping you to remember things and review what you've learnt, so it's important to do it right.
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Here's our top tips about taking notes.
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Start making notes for every lecture on a new page, and date and number each page, too.
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That way, it's easier to look back at them later and find what you want.
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There's a lot to remember in a lesson, so note-taking is crucial — but don't write everything down.
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Write down the important bits — your teacher may suggest parts of the lesson that need noting, but don't rely on this.
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And write down things in your own words — unless it's a direct quote, then be accurate.
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Make sure you understand what you have written and that you're making notes of the important bits.
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Use words, abbreviations, symbols, or even pictures to summarize what your teacher says.
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If you miss something, leave a gap in your notes, and get the information from them later.
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After the lesson, use your notes.
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Remember to read through them after the lecture.
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You could also rewrite or expand them, too.
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And discuss them with another student.
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This will help you remember the content better.
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Note-taking is an important and useful way to help you remember and revise what you've learnt.
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Getting this right will make your learning journey easier.
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Good luck!