The Cornell Note-Taking System (Advanced Application):
Page Layout:
- Notes Section (Right, 2/3 of page): Main content and details
- Cue Section (Left, 1/3 of page): Keywords, questions, and prompts
- Summary Section (Bottom): Key takeaways and conclusions
During Reading:
- Write main ideas and supporting details in notes section
- Use abbreviations and symbols for efficiency
- Leave white space for later additions
- Focus on understanding, not transcription
After Reading:
- Add keywords and questions to cue section
- Write summary of main points
- Review and clarify unclear notes
- Make connections to other material
Mind Mapping for Reading:
Central Topic: Place main subject in center
Main Branches: Major themes or chapters
Sub-branches: Supporting details and examples
Visual Elements: Use colors, symbols, and images
Connections: Draw links between related concepts
Digital Mind Mapping Tools:
- MindMeister: Collaborative, cloud-based
- XMind: Feature-rich, good for complex maps
- SimpleMind: Clean interface, cross-platform
- Coggle: Simple, web-based, good for beginners