LLCC STUDY SKILLS CENTER
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LECTURE NOTES CHECKLIST This list can be used as a systematic means to get you into the routine of good note-taking habits.
1. BEFORE THE LECTURE _____ a. check syllabus for the topic of the lecture, and read and/or outline the corresponding chapter in the text. ______ b. review previous text and lecture notes ______ c. when you get to class, choose a seat close to the front
2. DURING THE LECTURE ____ a. copy what is on the board ____ b. correctly record dates, names, etc. ____ c. be alert for behavioral and verbal clues ____ d. avoid being late or packing up early; the lecturer may give an introduction and/or summary ____ e. keep notes readable (don’t crowd, use only one side, leave room at left for questions, topics, additional info.) ____ f. organize notes in an outline form with distinguishing topics as well as labeling each page with name, date, class, topic ____ g. be brief; write the key words and use abbreviations. Don’t copy the lecture verbatim!
3. AFTER THE LECTURE _____ a. check the lecture against the outline of the corresponding text chapter; if some material wasn’t covered find out why. _____ b. coordinate text and lecture notes; identify similar topics, eliminate duplicate material. ____ c. circle assignments, references given during the lecture ____ d. review notes as soon as possible _____ e. ask questions _____ f. clarify notes by writing summaries ____ g. take the text/lecture note-taking checklist to your instructor.
