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    How important is taking down lecture notes?

    My point is about students in higher classes and I won't say that it should be made mandatory. But, do you think taking down lecture notes in the class will help a student in grasping more? I think it does. This practice prompts a student to be more attentive to the lectures and adopting this two way process of listening to the lectures and at the same time noting down important points will help a student to concentrate in the class and to record the lessons in his mind with precision. Listening to the lectures carefully, clearing doubts in between, taking part in interactive sessions etc are all important and, I feel, taking down lecture notes is equally important for a student who is serious about acquiring knowledge and doing well in exams. What is your opinion in this regard?
  • #774271
    Definitely, it is very helpful. I feel it is a requirement. Whatever notes are written down while hearing the lecture will act as a reference book in futurein case of any doubt. The student should be alert when a lecture programme is going on. He should hear what is being told and he should understand the same. If there are any doubts he can ask for clarification. While doing so, students should write down important points in a notebook. This will help the student to remember the points for long. These books can be kept with us and can be referred any time in case of any requirement.

    When we read a textbook, many of us will underline important points. Here also I feel if we note down those points in a separate notebook instead of noting down, that book will become a reference book and the student can remember such important points for a long time.

    drrao
    always confident

  • #774273
    Just listening to a lecture doesn't make sense because most of the students will not be able to focus and concentrate to it unless they are too serious about it.
    One way to focus is taking notes and keeping a continuous touch with the lecturer to what he is telling.
    Students will not be able to remember all that was mentioned by the lecturer but by taking notes and then arranging them in jotted points students can remember the summary of the lecture and later they can always make final notes which are to be used for refreshing before the examinations.
    Taking notes and following them seriously is a great habit and that is what makes a differences between a scoring student and a mediocre one.

    Knowledge is power.

  • #774274
    A class session is equally important for a student where he finds out many valuable points being discussed by his teacher/ professor which he has extracted from an authentic source for the benefits of the students. Here the points go through the two way processes - firstly the important points are discussed with clarity by the teacher and the students listen to these vital points carefully in the classroom itself. Hence these points if revised in home can be retained for long and ultimately it will certainly benefit the student group.
    Many students ignore the lectures delivered by their teachers and start preparing afresh but such a process will consume more time and they undervalue the benefits that they are likely to reap to make a fresh revision of the extracts already delivered by his teachers in their classrooms.

  • #774282
    It is always necessary to take down notes during lectures. When the teacher/professor is giving a lecture in the class it is on a specific topic and contains a lot of valuable information. Unless one notes the important points discussed in the lecture neither the student will be able to recap what was discussed nor the student will be able to clarify doubts, if any, on the topic. Listening, reading, writing and practise all are important parts of the complete learning process and it has to be followed all the time. Attending lectures is almost similar to attending training programs. Keeping a pencil and paper while listening to anything attentively always helps. It becomes easier to recap as well as induces one to learn more in the way of noting down the queries.
    Sankalan

    "Life is easier when you enjoy what you do"

  • #774300
    It is always good to a student to take down notes of lectures in class room as it enriches the attention of the student in the lecture by avoiding diversion of thoughts or visions.
    On the other hand is an evidence to him or her for the attending the classes in the college or school. As well the notes will be helpful to offer other students who genuinely absent on that day.

  • #774878
    Taking down lecture notes can indeed be beneficial for students. It encourages active listening and engagement during classes, helping students to better understand and retain information. Additionally, reviewing these notes later serves as a valuable revision tool. However, note-taking methods may vary from person to person, and some students might find it more effective to focus solely on listening while others prefer jotting down key points. Ultimately, it's essential for students to adopt the approach that works best for their learning style and helps them succeed academically.

  • #774879
    Taking down lecture notes is crucial for effective learning and academic success. Firstly, note-taking helps in active engagement during lectures. It forces students to listen attentively, process information, and condense it into meaningful points. This process enhances comprehension and retention of the material.

    Furthermore, notes serve as valuable study aids. They provide a concise summary of the lecture content, making it easier to review and reinforce key concepts later. Notes can also be customized to suit individual learning styles, whether through visual diagrams, bullet points, or written explanations.

    Moreover, taking notes promotes organization and time management skills. It helps students prioritize information and identify what is most important. This skill is transferable to other aspects of life and work.

    Taking down lecture notes is more than a mere academic habit. It is a vital tool for active learning, comprehension, retention, and organization. Students who develop effective note-taking skills are better equipped to excel in their studies and beyond.

    Honesty is the best policy.

  • #774881
    If we note down points while hearing the lecture, that notebook will become a reference book to the students for long. Whenever there is a doubt that book can be referred. Students need not go on searching many text books to clear their doubts. So it is very important to note down important point while hearing the class.
    drrao
    always confident

  • #774904
    It is always better to listen to the teachers carefully in the classroom sessions. After all, they do have long experience of teaching and in the classes, they would discuss the difficult issues where the students might feel themselves in the state of confusion. In the presence of their teachers, they can discuss their doubts and get the authentic answers. Paying attention to teachers would always be advantageous to retain the basics of the subjects.


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