How Can I Take Better Notes in University or College?

University-level learning requires active engagement with the material. A proven method is to adapt your documents for a system like the Cornell Note-Taking Method. By adding a wide margin to your lecture slides or readings, you create distinct zones: a main area for notes, and the margin for cues, questions, and a summary. This structured approach forces you to process the information, identify key ideas, and review material efficiently, which dramatically improves memory retention and understanding.