1. Effective Note Taking

Don't make it stressful!

Note taking is one of those things that do not come naturally to people. It’s a skill that needs to be learnt and unfortunately note taking isn’t always thought in schools. One of the reasons people have trouble taking effective notes is that they don’t really know what the notes are for. Notes are there to help you study better and more quickly.

There are different ways for effective note taking. What I did to find the best way of note taking for me was testing  different type of note taking and once I found the best technique that works for me I applied it to all of my lectures.
I find mind mapping very useful. It’s a great way to visualise all of that important information that you need for an exam. Here’s a video that shows you exactly what mind mapping is and how it works.

Some great tips for note taking:

• Be organised - make sure you have all that you need before going to the lecture
• Make your notes colourful - notes don't have to be boring
• Use pictures and symbols - some find it easier to remember drawing rather than writing
• Don't take down every word that's said
• Don't write full sentences
• Concentrate on the main idea
• Have separate folders for each subject for your notes

Remember guys different things work for different people. Make sure you find your own technique.