2 Methods of Taking notes

Help your child to find a method of note-taking that works for her. There are a number of different note-taking methods:

The two-column method
This is a valuable study tool when taking notes or preparing for tests. Here is how to use the two-column method:

• Divide notebook paper into two columns, the left column taking up one-third of the page, and the right column two-thirds of the page.
• Note main ideas or key words in the left column and details in the right column.
• Leave extra space in the right “detail” column for later notes and review.
• When studying for a test, cover the right column to check your knowledge and understanding of details, or the left column to quiz yourself on main ideas or key words.

Outlining
This method is especially useful for taking notes in class and when reviewing and organizing information for papers and reports.

• Note main ideas and supporting details with indents to show the levels of information.
• Use Roman numerals, letters, and numbers to make the different levels of information more visible.
• Take notes in outline form by hand or use the outlining program on a computer.

I. Main idea
A. Supporting detail
B. Supporting detail
1. sub-detail
2. sub-detail
II. Main idea
A. Supporting detail
B. Supporting

Example:
I. U.S. Congress
A. House of Representatives
B. Senate
1. two senators from every state
2. six-year term
II. Supreme Court
A. Justice appointed for life
B. Consists of nine justices

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