• To develop a personal shorthand using symbols and abbreviations to take notes faster and more efficiently.
• To recognise the benefits of processing information into concise, structured notes rather than copying word for word.
• To practise a straightforward system for reducing information to key points.
• To practise research-backed note-taking frameworks, such as Cornell Notes.
• To help students manage cognitive overload by chunking information into neat bullet points.
• To highlight and annotate notes to emphasise key ideas and connections.
• To use headings, subheadings, and bullet points to structure notes clearly.
• To organise notes logically to make reviewing and retrieval easier.
• To review evidence showing that handwritten notes promote deeper processing and better recall than typed notes.
• To identify and remove unnecessary details to keep notes concise and focused.
• To practise active listening and selective recording to capture key information efficiently.
• To compare poor and effective note-taking examples in order to model best practice.
• To practise converting class notes into revision-ready resources.
• To integrate retrieval practice into note-taking strategies in order to strengthen memory and understanding.
• To practice a sequence of note-taking and peer testing that is ideal for study periods.