What Makes Cornell Note-Taking So Effective?

• Active summarizing. In order to summarize a topic, you need to have a certain level of understanding. This note-taking method prompts you to get there.
• Intentional note-taking. Cornell notes encourage mindfulness and focus when taking notes. You have to pull out key points and reflect on the material, instead of simply writing every little thing down.
• Revision-ready notes. When it comes time to revisit your notes, they’re logically organized.

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