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Introduction

Before the Lecture

During the Lecture

Example

Listening Hints During the Lecture

After the Lecture

The Cornell System for Note Taking

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Taking Notes During Discussions

Using Notes to Write Papers

Using Notes to Study for Exams

Additional Resources

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Additional Resources

Many Websites, often developed by skilled lecturers and teachers, talk about other methods for taking notes or offer additional advice. If you'd like to start your search with some accessible sites, try the links below. Please be aware that clicking on these links will take you out of Writing@CSU.

• The Structure of Lecture Notes, North Carolina State University
• Taking Lecture Notes, Ohio University
• Taking Lecture Notes, University of Virginia