Students’ notes, created in class or while reviewing course material, are an
important tool for learning. Many students and instructors feel that note-taking is an
obvious and intuitive skill to have, yet few consider or encourage best practices.
Unfortunately, many students are unaware of or do not appreciate the benefits that
effective note-taking may have on their learning, and the importance of cultivating their
note-taking skills over the course of their education. Good note-taking practices can lead
to efficient study practices, better course outcomes, and improved retention of content
beyond a course’s conclusion.