Why Do Lecture Notes Fail Adults Returning To College?
Beginning your semester with a strong note-taking routine is a positive step. Returning to higher education after a long break or taking care of a relative can be challenging. Most adult learners/students want clear answers and relief from mental fatigue while reading. If you are skimming through notes for answers, test your reading/study strategy with my 4-Step Imagination Audit: 1. Verbal Summary: Say at least 1-2 sentences from your lecture notes verbally from memory. 2. Mix & Match Notes: Check that your notes match a few of your verbal summaries. 3. Be Surprised: Write your lecture topic, keywords, connections, or core ideas without looking back at your notebook. 4. Results: If anything you wrote matches your notes, you are on the right track! The main goal for this exercise is to help you imagine and see what you learned while easing the pressure for your daily studying routine. How Does It Work In Daily Life? An Example: A student named Sarah got start...
