English as a Second Language (ESL): Note-taking

Use the Cornell Method for Note-taking

The Cornell Method for Note-taking is very efficient way to organize information from class, books you read, videos you watch, etc.

You can make any notebook ready to take notes this way by:

• making a column on the side for main ideas or topics
• making an area at the bottom for a summary of your notes (do this after class when you study).

Also, practice using abbreviations as you take notes.