Summarising and Note Taking

Key skills for putting information into your own words, and avoiding plagiarism.

Cornell Notes VIDEO

Cornell Note Taking is a recognized system to use at university or college. This video is a quick introduction to see if it suits you. Many other introductory videos are on YouTube. Video is 2:05 min. Produced by Douglas Montgomery.  

The Basics of Visual Note Taking VIDEO

Visual note taking allows you to write text, draw, and connect your ideas using a structure – this might suit some types of learners. Many other introductory videos are on YouTube. Video is 3:02 min. Produced by Claudine Delfin.  Resource #S203.  

How to make a mind map VIDEO

If you are a visual learner, mind maps may help you to organize ideas and remember the important points, and the connections and structures between ideas.   Many other introductory videos are on YouTube. Video is 2:51 min. Produced by MacGrercy Consultants.  Resource #S204.  

Why good note taking is important HANDOUT

There are many good reasons to develop good note taking habits, and many different ways to do this.  Find a style which suits you, and set yourself up for academic success!  Resource #S200. LINK TO: Why good note taking is important HANDOUT