Dartmouth College Guide

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2. Reduce or Question (After Lecture)

• write key words, phrases or questions that serve as cues for notes taken in class
  
  
• cue phrases and questions should be in your own words

3. Recite

• with classroom notes covered, read each key word or question
  
  
• recite the fact or idea brought to mind by key word or question

1. Record (During Lecture)

• write down facts and ideas in phrases
  
  
• use abbreviations when possible
  (After Lecture)
• read through your notes
  
  
• fill in blanks and make scribbles more legible
  
  

4. &  5.  Reflect and Review

• review your notes periodically by reciting
  
  
• think about what you have learned

1. Recapitulation (After Lecture)

• summarize each main idea
• use complete sentences