Note-taking
Your optimal note taking strategies will depend on your learning style.
If you are a Visual learner, you need to draw things and make diagrams. Use methods such as mind-mapping or spider-grams to create visual representations of your information. This type of visual stimulation will enhance the retention of the information.
If you are an Aural learner, your written notes may be poor, engaging in discussion-type study groups will be beneficial. You could also record your written notes and listen to them, or take the time to explain your notes to another student.
I f you are a Read/write learner, write and rewrite your notes. If you have trouble grasping diagrams, turn the information in the diagram into words.
If you are a Kinesthetic learner, use plenty of practical examples in your notes to illustrate theories and abstract concepts. Anecdotes told in lectures or case studies used in text books will make the material more relevant and easier to remember.
You will gain a better understanding of note-taking strategies if you complete the VARK inventory and read the help-sheets provided on the VARK website.
If you are a Visual learner, you need to draw things and make diagrams. Use methods such as mind-mapping or spider-grams to create visual representations of your information. This type of visual stimulation will enhance the retention of the information.
If you are an Aural learner, your written notes may be poor, engaging in discussion-type study groups will be beneficial. You could also record your written notes and listen to them, or take the time to explain your notes to another student.
I f you are a Read/write learner, write and rewrite your notes. If you have trouble grasping diagrams, turn the information in the diagram into words.
If you are a Kinesthetic learner, use plenty of practical examples in your notes to illustrate theories and abstract concepts. Anecdotes told in lectures or case studies used in text books will make the material more relevant and easier to remember.
You will gain a better understanding of note-taking strategies if you complete the VARK inventory and read the help-sheets provided on the VARK website.