Continue to summarise over time
Use progressive summarization to distil the ideas: Summarise your notes, then summarise that summary, then summarise that summary.
There are five layers to progressive summarization.
- The book's notes and highlights are unedited and lack context.
- Solve the context problem by summarising the book in your own words.
- Highlight the key takeaways that are not context-specific.
- Bold small instructions that tell you what to do.
- Remix and combine ideas to create content. It is best done over time.
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Steps for writing a book summary
Writing a book summary consists of three steps.
- Take notes while you read.
- Write the main takeaways in your own words.
- Continue to summarise over time (progressive summarization.)
Take notes while you read
- If you read a printed book, highlight important quotes, ideas, or questions. Write the page number on the first blank page.
- If you're reading a Kindle book, use Kindle's "notes" and "highlights" to collect important takeaways.
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The Cornell Method
Divide your paper into three sections: a 2.5” margin to the left, a 2” summary section on the bottom, and a main 6” section.
- The main 6" section is used for note-taking during class.
- The 2.5" margin to the left is the cues section. Use this space to write down ideas you'll ...
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