A notes organizer can be simple or complex, as long as the user understands how it works.
Definitions for NEW vocabulary words belong in the “Content” section of an organizer, not in the vocabulary section, which is reserved for known definitions.
Which area of a notes organizer does this statement belong in?Urban areas have high populations and extensive resources. Most urban areas are considered to be metropolitan. The opposite of urban is rural.
Approximately how many sentences should your Summary contain?
Questions about the content of your notes belong in the “Content” section of your organizer.
The subject of the lecture will affect the way a student takes notes.
Which area of a notes organizer would contain the following information?Urban- city, metropolitanSuburban- outskirts of a large townRural- farmland
Asking questions is an important part of taking high quality notes.
It is acceptable to ask questions about a lecture after class.
A notes organizer should be very specific and be in exactly the same format every time you take notes.
What might happen if a student does not seek clarification about information they are unsure of?
The “Topic” area is where you write most of the information about your topic.
Which of the following is not one of the five major areas to include in your notes organizer?
Sarah is having trouble studying from her notes. She is using a notes organizer, but she is still having difficulties identifying main ideas and vocabulary words. Sarah would benefit from _____.
Underlining words and highlighting dates are part of a student’s personal note taking key.
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