HOW TO MAKE REALLY GOOD NOTES - THE SECRET REVEALED

[Fyrefly]

Stone is permissible.

Agreed. Though you may have to replace your pen with a chisel instead.

[burbs]

just checked with a source - laser can be used instead of chisel.

So many options!

[burbs]

shinny had this really awesome note-taking tip ages ago, forget which thread it was in.. :/

Any search terms i can use?

really+awesome+note-taking+tip+shinny

[shinny]

Once again, I don't remember writing an old post about note taking =/ Relevant posts though would be here, here and here, along with its follow up post on the second page. Mainly the first link there though pertains to note-taking specifically.

[Darren]

Are flashcards any good? anybody used them?

[shinny]

Are flashcards any good? anybody used them?

Only useful for memorising lists of information I'd say. Doesn't really do much else. Good if you've got a lot of idle time during your day (public transport etc.), otherwise just writing down lists on a notepad works just as well really...

[pi]

Are flashcards any good? anybody used them?

Not helpful with my subjects... Good for subjects like Psych or Histories

[werdna]

Or learning vocab for languages.

[pi]

Or learning vocab for languages.

Forgot that one, probably coz I failed all my LOTEs

[vea]

Putting English quotes on flashcards sounds like a good idea... I should get around to doing that soon.

[iNerd]

Are flashcards any good? anybody used them?

I use them not for definitions for Psychology but for relationships that are important.

For example one palmcard will be like the following:

Medit-AT-ion
Alpha + Theta Waves
Focus on one stimuli - block others
Deep relaxation
Reduces pain thereby INCREASEING PAIN THRESOLD

[vitaminC]

Hi,  I'm Burberry. You may remember me from threads such as "But why is the rum gone? The Fyrefly conundrum."

I noticed a few threads in the past couple of months on making notes, and thought I would post up a guide on making notes.

Step 1: Find a pen. See pen suggestion thread for details.
Step 2: Find paper.
Step 3: Condense information previously learnt from textbooks and class into your own words putting emphasis on testable concepts.

Alternatively you could type them up, it's quicker but not really as effective . (also see this and this.) However, if you do choose to type, try this.


Good luck!

Choosing the right pen. (should be in that topic but cbf)

i learnt this tip from my teacher for writing long exam essays.

use a heavier pen throughout the year/ eg parker pens or if you are a cheapo like me you can attach a rubber to the top of your pen/pencil with tape or an elastic band.
This will build your hand muscles so it becomes "tank". By the time of English exam switch to a lighter pen and you will be able go for ages.

POSSIBLE ALT METHOD?
attach finger weights while gaming?

[_avO]

^I don't see how that won;t work LOL!

[vitaminC]

confused =S.

sarcasm or not?
 
this works. it may make you look like an idiot but it works. i have a really tank hand.

also springy represent

[burbs]

I'm a little disappointed in VN atm.