"According to neuroscience research that is referenced in John Medina's book Brain Rules, participants in studies only remember about 10% of information presented orally when they are tested 72 hours after instruction. However, that number jumps by about 65% when an image is added to the learning process."
Pappas, Christopher, 6 Scientifically Proven Brain Facts That eLearning Professionals Should Know, eLearning Industry, May 8, 2014
*Write down conclusions, not every word! Spend more time listening and understanding.
*Format notes as questions and answers. When including data, include only the most important points.
*Use different colors for Questions, Definitions and Conclusions.
*Review and organize notes as soon after class as possible for at least 10 minutes. Fill in areas you missed or now remember.
*Try teaching the information to someone else or at least say it aloud.
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Learn some abbreviations - or make up some of your own - to match your note taking time with the professor's speaking speed.
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