The Best Ways to Take Notes so You Actually Remember Information (Part 1)

In class and in meetings, jotting down what you’re hearing is key—so it’s worth it to figure out the best ways to take notes.

Here are some tips you should keep in mind:

• Take your notes by hand whenever possible.
• Use your own words.
• Revise your notes immediately after class or a meeting.

Hand-writing notes forces you to think critically on the fly, deciding in the moment what key concepts you need to jot down, since it takes longer than typing what you’re hearing.

nd-writing makes you listen more attentively and prioritize only the most important elements of what the presenter is saying.