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ERIC Number: EJ136316
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1976
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What is the Value of Taking Notes?
Howe, Michael J. A.
Improving College and University Teaching, 24, 1, 22-24, Win 76
A review of research on student note taking shows no evidence that note taking activities have positive effects on learning. Recent findings are presented which bring previous negative conclusions into question. Suggestions of further research needs emphasize types of note taking strategies and the use students make of notes. (JT)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, College Instruction, College Students, Higher Education, Learning, Lecture Method, Methods Research, Research Reviews (Publications), Teaching Methods
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Identifiers: Note Taking