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Effective Note-Taking with Cornell Method

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A summary of 4-5 key points learned from the lecture.

To teach an effective method for listening and taking notes useful in various settings such as university, business meetings, TOEFL/IELTS, etc.

Videos available on www.engvid.com and using the Cornell Method in high school, university, and business meetings.

By writing down the most important things learned, reflective learning helps in better retention.

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Keywords in left column: 'What is English?', 'Dialects', 'American vs. British'. Details in right column: 'Official language in 60 countries, most widely learned second language', 'Types of English (Jamaican, Indian, etc.)', 'Differences between American and British English (pronunciation, vocabulary)'.

Main ideas or keywords.

Active listening requires processing and organizing information as you write, whereas passive listening involves copying without processing the information.

Details, examples, definitions, formulas, and drawings.

It includes a title and date at the top, and four sections: left column for main ideas/keywords, right column for details, and a bottom section for summary.

In the right-hand column (details section).

University, business meetings, exam preparation, TOEFL/IELTS, etc.

Handwritten notes involve active listening, requiring thought and organization, which may lead to better retention.

Passive listening (copying without processing) and distraction from other activities (e.g., social media).