How to Make Study Notes that Help with Better Retention and Quick Revision

These days, we have several apps that allow us to record lectures and take notes on our laptops or smartphones. But, is this really the best way to take down lecture notes? Studies have shown that students who handwrite their notes tend to remember and comprehend better than those who type them out.

Similarly, while you can highlight text and make quick notes using apps like Evernote, these notes are not always easy to revise. Highlighting takes time and you can quickly get lost in all the different color’s.

Here are a few tips to make study notes that will help you retain information better and make revision quicker and easier.

Best ways to take notes in class

In class, try to write down the main points of the lecture in your own words. This will help you better understand and remember the concepts. If you have trouble understanding a particular concept, don’t hesitate to ask the professor for clarification.

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