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Make It Click – Note-Taking

Learn how to take better notes and make studying less stressful! 📓 This guide from the NWACC Library supports our Make It Click: Note-Taking in 30 workshop. Explore easy, proven note-taking strategies for college students.

Why Notes Matter

Why Notes Matter

Taking good notes isn’t just about writing things down. 📓 Notes are your personal study guide—your future self will thank you when it’s time to review for an exam, write a paper, or prep for a project.

Student writing notes in a notebook with lightbulb icons representing ideas
Illustration of a student writing notes with lightbulb icons above the paper. (AI-generated image with human editing)
Illustration reinforcing the idea that notes help capture and connect key ideas. Image was generated with the assistance of AI.

Why take notes?

  • Remember more. Writing or typing information helps your brain hold onto it.
  • Stay focused. Note-taking keeps you engaged and makes long lectures and online content easier to follow.
  • Save time later. Organized notes mean less cramming and quicker starts on assignments.
  • Learn actively. Notes help you identify what matters, not just copy everything down.

Need help getting started? Try one method, keep it simple, and review within 24 hours.