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How I Use OneNote for University

Hey, all! I thought I’d share how I use OneNote, for any students who might want to use it for school organization. I have used this since the beginning of my university career and have found a method that works for me, after nearly three years.

I provide templates for what I use as .one files that can be imported into OneNote, and you’re free to use & modify them however you wish.

Semester Calendar Template: Download

Customized Syllabus Template: Download

Cornell Outline Template: Download + Outline inspired by How to Use Cornell Cornell Note-Taking Method on OneNote by @strive-for-da-best

As a student with learning disabilities, I found that using a computer, rather than writing everything out, is the best method for me to learn. I type up notes in class so as to not worry about keeping up with a professor, handwriting, or neatness. OneNote is my favourite note-taking application for this, because it’s essentially an upgraded version of Word that’s free and syncs automatically across devices. When my computer crashed, I was still able to access my notes online.

OneNote isn’t all typing. You can use it on a tablet or use a drawing tablet, in my case, to handwrite notes for a more natural feel. A very efficient way of taking notes is to import the lectures slides in OneNote and to write directly on them. I found that very useful in math-heavy courses, such as statistics and chemistry. The equation tool, while nifty, isn’t efficient.

By no means whatsoever is this the only way to use OneNote! In fact, I’d recommend you find a way that works for you, because while this may be highly organized, it takes a bit of set-up time and is tailored specifically to my needs. You can use my example as inspiration, but play around with it! The beauty of OneNote is that it can be used in a variety of different ways.

Download OneNote for Windows | Download OneNote for Mac

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Great review of OneNote for PC! Also includes a calendar!

I finally got my password back. Halelujah!

Omg! Totally forgot my password!

Went to sleep at 10, yes. I actually managed to sleep at 10, but that doesn't matter BECAUSE NO ONE IN THIS HOUSE CAN KEEP QUIET. So, now I’ve been up and not able to go to sleep. Any tips?

#went #to #sleep #at #10 #managed #doesnt #matter #because #they #woke #me #up #now #I #cant #get #back #the #ko #help #my #life #sucks #so #bad

Sooo- Talk about motivation, getting €50 for every test I ace. Mind you, I got 30 tests a year. Some study tips are VERY welcome right now!

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STUDY TIP

If you ever need to learn for a test, send your notes to a friend *trough Skype, if necessary* and make them question you. That way you best find out what you still need to learn.

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The Netherlands provides a unique school system in that they promote division. They essentially put like-minded or same characterised people in the same group or classroom. This division can vary from their skills and affinities, to age groups and religious groups, as well some other variations depending on the need of the students.

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Whew, new career path in sight.

Weird how one year can change everything.

Damn, damn, damn what I’d do to have you here, here, here. I wish my bed was here.

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Ofc us smart ass studyblrs know most of these, but still.. I had to share this.

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Monday, September 14th is going to be the first day of hell.

College already started for everyone else, but due to a couple of administration errors I start 2 weeks later. Which means I AM GOING TO BE THE NEW GIRL.

I hate being the center of attention. And I need tips pronto, someone please help a girl out.

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Audio Books.

Holy freaking crap, I need to share this.

Honestly, on your way to school.. Or anywhere really, just put in your earplugs and turn em on.

You can get a free book at audible if you log in with your amazon account, which is great and super legal!

BUT- there are other ways.. It is completely free, but not completely legal. ABB is one of the websites that shares the audio books for free.

As a student, I don’t really have the money to go out and buy all the books I need to read for school. Yes, NEED to read for school otherwise I’ll fail the class. Unfortunately for me, I get such a bad headache when reading to much so audio books are life savers.

This helped me so so much, and so I want to share this with my fellow students. Hope this will help you just as much as it helped me.

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A Nap Infographic I did for class.

Because Naps are important.

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I only take poor life choice naps

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UGH BACK TO SCHOOL TOMORROW, I SRSLY CAN’T DEAL WITH THAT ATM... WISH ME LUCK!

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Good luck! Maybe it’s not going to be that bad! Xx

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Thank you! It’s mainly because i don’t want to see the morons in my class!

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Hahaha, I know the feeling. But as my bf always tells me, you’re there to studie and not to make friends! Oddly enough that always comforted me, hope it does the same to you ^^

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I know but you still have to deal with them 😂

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Looool, so true hahaha. Just show em whos boss 😂😏

Energy drink in the morning to wake up and stay awake for school, yes or no?

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No to Low Stress College Study Strategy

I started using this study method my 2nd month of college, when I realized that it was better for study-life balance and my emotional wellbeing. It makes me feel productive and alert all day, and gives me plenty of free time to pursue hobbies, clubs, and personal interests. It sounds kind of hardcore at first, but it’s seriously wonderful if you give it a try! Here’s the game plan:

After the first few days of the semester, I sit down with all of the syllabi from all of my classes and write down every single assignment for the rest of the semester into my planner. Include exams, readings, lab report due dates, worksheets, essays, etc. Everything.

Every weekend, I set aside however much time I need to knock out every single assignment for the upcoming week that is possible to do in advance. I do my textbook readings, textbook practice problems, my humanities readings, short essays or write-ups to accompany those humanities readings, etc.

Even though I’m doing more work, I generally spend the same amount of time in the library as my friends who only do their work for Monday over the weekend. This is because if you don’t commit to doing a large number of assignments, you tend to spend a lot more time on minor assignments than is truly necessary - do I really need to spend 3 hours on this 1-page essay for my English class if it’s only graded on a 10 point scale? Couldn’t I finish this in 1 hour and then devote more time to the rest of the readings I need to do for that class this week?

I still have enough time to sleep in, have long lunch breaks, go the gym, go to parties in the evening, etc.

You can do this, no matter your workload. I am a pre-med science major taking 20 credits (max course load) a semester, with two labs, and I can get it done. My roommate is an English major with heavy novel reading assignments and she can get it done. (Disclaimer: this mostly applies to undergraduates.)

Research papers and midterm exam studying generally get their own day separate from homework assignments. I like writing essays in 1 or 2 sittings, but if you like to spread it out just break up the essay into manageable pieces and do it over multiple weekends, or do the pieces between classes (see next bullet point).

After blasting through most of my assignments over the weekend, during the week I generally only have to do busy-work that is assigned at the end of classes and continue studying for midterms that week. I easily finish these assignments in the breaks between classes during the day.

With this strategy, I always complete all of my homework well before dinnertime, and often have days when I don’t have any assignments to do. I use this free time for club meetings, hanging out with friends, going to the gym, marathoning Netflix, pursuing hobbies, working a job, whatever.

I also use this extra time to be able to study for exams much more effectively - when you don’t have busywork assignments floating in the back of your mind, it is much easier to focus. You will study more productively and effectively, and with much less stress. Exams are worth way more of your grade than the homework assignments you blast through each weekend, so it’s best to be able to focus exclusively on them Monday - Friday.

The best part about this strategy is that your workload is heavy on Sunday and sometimes Saturday, but you get to relax Monday - Friday. You basically have a 5 day weekend every week, assuming you enjoy going to class.

If anyone also uses this method, I’d love to hear from you or hear your variants/study suggestions! If anyone tries out this method for 1 or 2 weeks and finds that it works for them, I’d love to hear about it! If you try it and hate it with a fiery burning passion and loathe me for even suggesting it, I’d love to hear about it!

I believe in you!<3 No matter what study method you choose to use, just do your best and exceed your own expectations.

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I’m gonna do this. This is really smart actually, provided I get the chance to do work over the weekend.

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I’ve done this all through high school and it helps so much! I’m always the one who is done with HW, watching everyone suffer. It is such a relief when you have those off days and forget something is due, but realize that it’s already completed. It really is a HUGE mental help and I would suggest it to anyone.

It just requires discipline.

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Just going to save this and try this myself.

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Advice for Students: 20 Uses for a Post-it Note

1. Mark your place in a book. It seems so obvious, yet relatively few students seem to do it. When your professor picks up with the poem or short story or chapter of the day, you’ll be on the same page.

2. Mark the beginning and ending points for a reading assignment: immediate feedback on your progress.

3. Mark selected readings in an anthology.

4. Mark the notes or glossary at the back of a book for easy repeat access.

5. Mark passages in a library book.

6. Keep several Post-its on the inside cover of a datebook, planner, or notebook: now you’re prepared to leave a note anywhere.

7. When you sit down to work, make a small-scale to-do list on a Post-it and stick it to your desktop.

8. Leave a Post-it on your alarm clock or inside doorknob as a reminder.

9. Avoid fines and late fees: put Post-its with due dates on library books and DVD rentals.

10. When there’s no Scotch tape, cut the sticky edge from a Post-it to use as fake tape.

11. Use the sticky edge as a temporary label for a folder.

12. Fold the sticky edge into a hinge to hold a piece of paper or a postcard on a wall.

13. Wrap the sticky edge around a cable to identify it.

14. Use the sticky edge to clean between the keys of your computer keyboard.

15. Jot down less familiar keyboard shortcuts on a Post-it to keep by your computer.

16. Which way does the envelope go when you feed it into the printer? Draw a diagram on a Post-it and stick it on your printer.

17. If you drive an older car that doesn’t remind you that you’ve left your headlights on, use a Post-it as a reminder. When you put your lights on in the daytime, stick a Post-it note on the driver’s side window. When you leave your car, you’ll see the note and remember why it’s there.

18. Keep a Post-it on the refrigerator and jot down what you need from the supermarket.

19. When you go to the supermarket, remove the Post-it from the fridge and stick it on your wallet. At the store, stick the note to the handle of your cart and have both hands free for shopping. Toss the note when you leave the store.

20. Splurge! Use a whole pad of Post-its to make a flip book.

Source : lifehack.org

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21. When given a writing assignments based on a paper/book/text, write your essay prompt on a post it and move it as you read. You won’t waste time look at another screen or book, and you can jot the big picture and relevant on the passages so you’ll always have them.

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