Lecture #11: Taking Notes Effectively - which words should you write down?

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This is part of a series of lectures, intended for first-year college students, on 'How To Do Well in College" or university! This one is about how to effectively take notes.
1. Do not write down everything down world-for-word
2. Do not even grab exact phrases
3. Add felsh to the text within 24 hours
4. Write the notes with a pen or pencil, by hand, not by typing on an electronic device.
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After years of not being a student, I returned to graduate school. My first term I had a professor who was a recognized expert in his field who lectured for 90 minutes at an astounding rate without refering to notes. He referred to the textbook often, but also spent a great deal of time speaking freely about the topic.
The amount of information in a single class was overwhelming and as I looked around at each student frantically (and miserably) taking 10 to 20 pages of notes I knew I couldnt keep up using this method of note taking. As you say, often my notes were scribbles that didnt even connect.
Then I tried taping a lecture, but that meant listening to 90 minutes of material at least twice - too much time, not practical.
I thought to myself "when I have an engaging conversation with someone at a party, and my wife later asks what we talked about, I can recall most of the conversation with no notes at all because I WAS ENGAGED AND ATTENTIVE. So I decided to prepare for the next lecture by doing the assigned reading with margin notes BUT sit in front and maintain eye contact and engage with the professor - ask and answer questions, but only write down a few key words. I ended up with a single page of notes but feeling really connected to the teacher.
After a few lectures the professor asked me to remain after class. He noticed I wasnt taking notes but listening intently instead. He said "I look at you and you are looking at me. I feel listened to and appreciated. When I ask a question you are the first to raise your hand and if something is unclear you are the first to ask for clarification. Im curious to see how well you retain the information for the first test using your method." He smiled and nodded at me when he passed back our first essay test of the term and I had a A-, one of the highest grades. I had literally just eight pages of notes for eight lectures, but each word on those pages was a key word, an important idea, or something I didnt understand and spent additional time sorting out later.

cocococotalca
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What really worked for me back in university was to read the chapter before the lecture. I didn't need to understand everything, but having seen the material just once really helped me.

carlcramer
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Not only is his advice golden for someone is learning how to study, but the comment section is a box of jewels as well. Thank you all for sharing your experiences

sid
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I am 51 years old, living in Jamaica and I'm going back to school. This will help me. God bless.

simonekaren
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I also teach. Statistics. And I follow you because I learn from you. I really admire what you do and the effort you spend in doing these videos. I will share your advice with my students.

ALI_B
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What is good about these videos is that the maker is someone who went through the same situation as us and now currently someone who is in charge of people like us.

nilphilodox
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Im not a student, just an old man who wants to retain more. This advice has been invaluable, reading has become my passion, im now defacing my books with notes and my own thoughts and its made reading a far more enriching experience. I wish i had this imformation when i was a young man.

keithlongley
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This is the kind of professor is what I think of when I call them a Brofessor. Candid, practical, down to earth, able to convey in clear and memorable ways. A professor with good older brother energy.

lectrix
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I took notes for this video:
1. Process and HANDWRITE in your own words what your professor says/writes.
2. Fill in the details from memory within 24 hours preferably that night.
3. If you must use an electronic device to take notes, sit in the front to minimize distractions.

qbtc
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Summary:
How to take notes
- No verbatim, *the meaning*.
- Never exact phrases, understand first whats has been said.
- Expand the notes withing a 24 hours frame with your ideas (what you thought about it).
- Write notes by hand (it is scientifically proved to be better).
Benefits
- Its a record
- Absorb more information
To learn, to remember something you have studied, it needs to have been processed-mixed with your prior knowledge
End summary

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This from me: whats important is to have a record you can refer back so can either solidify those notions or actualize them.

jcvp
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Bonjour,
Your YouTube lecture series on 'How to do well in College' has been an invaluable resource for me. As I approach my 45th birthday, I'm preparing to dive into a unique educational journey in 2024 – an accelerated bachelor's degree program in France, tailored for individuals with significant professional work experience. This program condenses two years of college into just six months of intensive university classes.

In my relentless pursuit of strategies to excel in this challenging endeavor, I stumbled upon your series. While this video was posted almost two years ago, and it is unlikely you will read this, I want to convey my deep gratitude for your commitment to educating people on YouTube. Bravo for sharing your expertise!

Your advice, particularly on effective note-taking, has left a lasting impact on me. I'm committed to adding 'flesh' to my handwritten notes. Thank you once again!

alwaysdistracted
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Excellent information, thank you.
I think a lot of students also make the mistake of thinking the classroom is the only place they can get all of their information. Students should be reading material BEFORE a lecture and AFTER a lecture. The lecture is an ADDITION to your knowledge and understanding, not THE source.

Haze
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Without out a doubt in my mind, you are the most influential teacher I've ever had...Thank you

parkersimpson
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Recently typed my notes before attending class. I was astonished to find when I attended that class ot was like I had not taken notes at all. I recalled NOTHING. Hand writing for me from now on. Thank you Jeffrey 🎉

missmjl
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4:35 Think through the meaning
6:28
7:48 add flesh within 24 hours
9:57 write your notes by hand with a 🖊️🖋️
13:50 Divided attention reduces long term retention and summarize
9:00

nathanaelsegura
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I learned a technique from a book about anthropology which i hated but chugged through Hoping for any golden pieces of wisdom...

In your notebook on the left page Only write on every other line, and leave the other side entirely blank. When you go home flesh out your notes in the empty spaces and on the blank page draw a picture if possible but also feel free to use that side for deeper notes

My personal advice is write questions for your own exploration of the topic

PatrickPease
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You articulate passionately and strongly believe that what you share will help students. Your students are fortunate to have you as a teacher.

thomastthai
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Hello professor Jeffrey I am a philosophy student that done quite terrible in my first year. However this year all results will be counting towards my degree. I’ve written notes from 3 of your other videos and intend to implement your methods and advice this year. Will let you know what results I cultivate following your guide. Thank you for these videos!

stacyrensburgoliver
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I've had the true fortune in life to have had a number of profs and instructors who had similar groundedness, humility and relatability to that exhibited by Kaplan. These are the great ones. These are the ones who motivate and energize you, make you face up to your own nonsense, even on your down days.

UaYXxB
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I wish somebody had explained this stuff to me 40 years ago. However, never too late to learn. Thankyou

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