Learn how to create clear, useful notes that make studying and revision easier.
Do not try to write every word. Identify the main ideas, important facts, definitions, formulas and examples.
Rewrite information in language you understand. This can help you process the material instead of simply copying it.
Organize your notes into sections. Clear headings make it easier to find information during revision.
Use short sentences, keywords and bullet points instead of long paragraphs whenever possible.
Include useful examples, calculations and worked solutions that help explain difficult concepts.
For subjects such as Biology, Chemistry and Geography, diagrams, tables and flowcharts can make relationships easier to understand.
Mark important definitions, formulas and key points, but avoid highlighting almost everything.
Read and improve your notes after class. Fill in missing information while the lesson is still fresh in your mind.
Convert important points into questions and later try to answer them without looking at your notes.
Listen → Identify key ideas → Write briefly → Organize → Review → Test yourself.