note-taking

# Note-Taking Skill Use this skill when organizing information, creating structured notes, or capturing key information from content. ## When to Use - Organizing information from documents/meetings - Creating structured notes - Capturing key insights from content - Building knowledge bases - Preparing for later reference ## Note-Taking Process ### 1. Capture Record: - Main ideas and concepts - Key facts and data - Important quotes - Questions that arise - Personal observations ### 2. Organize Structure notes with: - Clear headings (topic, subtopic) - Logical grouping - Consistent formatting - Numbered/bulleted lists - Visual hierarchy ### 3. Enhance Add context: - Source information - Date/time relevant - Connections to other topics - Personal insights - Action items if applicable ### 4. Review Ensure: - Complete capturing of key points - Clear and readable - Searchable structure - Actionable if needed ## Note Structures ### Cornell Method ``` Topic: Date: Main Notes: [Column for notes] Summary: [Column for key points] ``` ### Mind Map ``` [Central Topic] / | \ [Sub 1] [Sub 2] [Sub 3] ``` ### Outline ``` I. Main Topic A. Point 1 1. Detail 2. Detail B. Point 2 ``` ## Best Practices - Write in your own words - Use abbreviations consistently - Leave space for additions - Note sources immediately - Review and revise soon after - Keep notes actionable - Link related concepts