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Taking notes

  • 01-12-2010 11:18pm
    #1
    doyler93
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 42 ✭


    Hey can anybody give me any advice on whats the best method of taking notes in class i.e. pen and paper, laptop etc...

    Thanks =]


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  • #2
    squishykins
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,338 ✭✭✭squishykins


    Depends on what you're more comfortable with, and what subjects you're taking really. Like if you're doing maths or something that requires a lot of symbols, not really for a laptop. Also depends on how easily distracted you are - "oh I'll just check my e-mails, and facebook, and ......". I find it easier to read my handwriting when I'm studying, but that's just me


  • #3
    XxMCRxBabyxX
    Moderators, Education Moderators Posts: 7,441 Mod ✭✭✭✭XxMCRxBabyxX


    As Amy said it really does depend on the person.

    My personal preference is writing them in class because I can get more down and can scribble in extra notes if I need to.
    I then type them up afterwards


  • #4
    mickstupp
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,764 ✭✭✭mickstupp


    I usually sit beside two particular people, one who takes her notes in bullet point form, the other uses odd spider diagram type things. I use full sentences, paragraphs... for me they're like ready-made units I can slot into an exam essay.

    Depends entirely on the person. It can take a while to find what works best for you. Try different approaches and you'll eventually hit on the best one for you.


  • #5
    Alt_Grrr
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 665 ✭✭✭Alt_Grrr


    amyputz wrote: »
    Depends on what you're more comfortable with, and what subjects you're taking really. Like if you're doing maths or something that requires a lot of symbols, not really for a laptop.

    I'd suggest using LaTeX for note taking with anything more mathematical then 1 + 1 = 2.

    If your not too good with LaTeX try using the LYX editor, the end result is the same. Also you'll get some props from your lecturers for writing your assignments in LaTeX.

    also if your in a lecture, just turn your wifi off, it'll save you some battery life and prevent the ole facebook getting in the way.


  • #6
    doyler93
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 42 ✭doyler93


    Alt_Grrr wrote: »
    If your not too good with LaTeX try using the LYX editor, the end result is the same. Also you'll get some props from your lecturers for writing your assignments in LaTeX.

    also if your in a lecture, just turn your wifi off, it'll save you some battery life and prevent the ole facebook getting in the way.

    What is LaTeX?


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  • #7
    lemansky
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 970 ✭✭✭lemansky


    http://www.latex-project.org/intro.html


    Once you get used to it, it is great. Everything it churns out rocks too :pac:


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