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hey everyone, recently i’ve discovered a lot of new and interesting methods of taking notes and so i decided to compile them all into this masterpost and share them. hope this helps!
+ general note taking advice
use notability [app - my absolute favourite!]
huuuge guide to note-taking
fastest way to take notes [video]
taking notes from different sources
huuuge list of various effective note-taking systems
how to take notes this way [video]
how to take advanced cornell notes [video]
cornell method pdf generator
template for ms word + how to use it [if u feel more comfy using ms word for note-taking]
introduction [how to use, advantages/disadvantages]
colour-coded outline method notes
format/layout + how to study this way
how and when to use them + how they help [video]
evernote [app + website - the best for this method imo]
quizlet [app also available on ios and android]
how to make + study with them
making + organising flashcards
how to make them + take notes [video]
how to make the best sketchnotes
cool drawings/methods to inspire u
basic visual note-taking tips [1]
tips + drawing refs for beginners
how to make pretty banners
tips on illustrating notes
mindmapping.com [aka ur ultimate mind-mapping resource]
mindmeister [aka super cool mind-mapping software pt.1]
xmind [aka super cool mind-mapping software pt.2]
99 mind mapping resources!!!
infographic on mind mapping
(amazing, super pretty) post on mind maps + how to make them
different ways of making mind maps [video]
+ other amazing, super effective methods
double-margin note taking
+ taking notes from various sources
+ make it look pretty
note: this is only optional; different people have various ways of retaining information - if you feel like adding colour distracts you, don’t do it! also, if you’re rushing to finish notes at the last minute the night before the exam pls don’t do it omg only do it when/if you have time.
pretty, colour-coded notes
simple, creative note-taking
how to take pretty/graphic notes
making pretty headings/subheadings
supplies u could use to have pretty notes
how to make ur notes look pretty [infographic]
how to make ur notes look pretty [video]
colour your notes! highlighting and adding colour to notes helps you retain information and remember things faster. use different colours throughout your notes to have more specific and easy-to-understand notes. [eg. use lighter colours like light blue for points you want to highlight and darker colours like purple for the main body] again, as mentioned earlier, if colourful notes aren’t your thing don’t do it!
while revising, read notes aloud. it helps you remember things easily, because it sounds like someone is explaining it to you. even better if you do it in a foreign accent tbh, that always works for me (i read notes aloud in an american accent sometimes). this method is most effective if you’re an auditory learner.
most importantly, find what works for you. there are so many note-taking methods out there; find a system that you feel is most effective/helpful based on the type of learner you are. if you feel like nothing you read online is helpful, create your own method of note-taking instead.
a complete guide to studying (well)
feel free to message me in case 1) any of the links are broken, 2) u want me to add on to something, 3) u have a suggestion for a masterpost [i would love that so go ahead and ask if u do] or if u just wanna talk! also, feel free to reblog and add ur own comments/resources. hope this helped someone!!!