Make sure you get to your meeting, class, or other engagement a few minutes before it starts. Sit in a place where you can hear the person speaking and where you’ll have as little distraction as possible. Getting to the lecture or presentation on time can minimize the risk that you miss important information. Have your notes out and ready before the class starts so you don’t have to rush to get your papers out. Write down information that can help you identify your notes at the top of your paper. Include the date, class or meeting number, topic or theme of the meeting, and anything else you think is important. Make sure to do this before you start so that you don’t miss any important information once the speaker begins. Staying organized helps improve the quality of your notes overall. Before the speaker begins, make sure you’ve noted down any keywords on the board. Get a copy of any handouts the person has passed out. Having this guiding material minimizes the risk that you’ll miss important information and can help you better understand what the speaker is saying. Note the date at the top of handouts along with any relevant information for your notes. Refer to the handout in your notes so you know to consult any guiding material during your review. Be an active listener during your class or meeting. Avoid distractions such as other people, your computer, and social media accounts. Listening carefully can help you take better notes, understand the material, and remember it at a later date. Part of being an active listener is hearing words that signal something important that you should write in your notes. Many transition words will signal the start of a new section of note-taking. Listen for the following types of words that can indicate that you should note what’s coming next:  First, second, third Importantly or significantly A major development On the other hand For example In contrast Further As a result Remember that After your lecture or meeting, review your notes as soon as you can. Note any spots that need clarification or that you don’t understand. Reviewing your notes quickly after you write them can ensure that you understand and have an accurate record of the lecture or meeting. Rewrite your note as soon as you can. This may help you quickly identify areas that need clarification and may also help you better retain the information.
احرص على الوصول في الوقت المحدد. لاحظ المعلومات السياقية ذات الصلة. تحقق من وجود أدلة ومعلومات إرشادية. استمع بحرص للمتحدث. استمع للكلمات الانتقالية المهمة. أعد قراءة ملاحظاتك فورًا.