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COMMUNICATION SKILLS
NOTES / PRIORITIES / DUE DATES
NOTE TAKING
Clear and meaningful notes are essential in the learning
process. Your ability to efficiently take notes determines
both your comprehension and knowledge, connecting ideas
and concepts. Note taking assists in storing knowledge in a
retrievable manner.
In class always follow the 80/20 principle. 80% active
engaged listening / 20% note taking. Think first then write.
Following are some tried and proven guidelines to follow
when designing your own method:
• list the areas in which you have trouble in taking notes
- can’t keep up?
- using full sentences?
- using abbreviations?
- identifying main points?
• consider using streamlining
which involves the use of
abbreviations, symbols and
shortcuts to reduce your notes.
• idea maps are effective visual
ways to store your notes
• use plenty of colours in your notes.
When taking notes in class:
• note the goal of the lesson
• under headings using points and key words. Use your own
words for this.
• be prepared by reading ahead before class. What is
discussed will have more meaning and you can be
prepared with any questions
• concentrate in class, listening for emphasis, inference, bias
and for main points likely to be assessed.
After class compare notes with a friend and fill in any gaps.
That night, compile summaries of your notes either on your
computer or using lists, idea maps or flowcharts, Try to put
the material into context.
You need a dependable method of note taking that can
be adapted to the differing styles and presentations of your
teachers.
Some time developing your individual style will be rewarding.
ACTIONS
What are two things that I will start doing to improve
how I take notes?
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SIGNATURES: PARENT/GUARDIAN
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TEACHER
30
MINDFULNESS ACTIVITY
Leaves. Go outside and pick up as many different types
of leaves as you can in five minutes. Go back inside and
describe how each of them feels, how many lines they
have on them, how they smell and anything else you
notice about each one.
WELLBEING TIP
Aim to drink at least eight glasses of water each day.
WHAT WENT WELL THIS WEEK AND WHY?
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