How to Take Notes as a Virtual Student | Wayne Emerson Gregory Jr, SC

Some students are still in hybrid classes even though most have returned to in-person courses. Because of the pandemic’s uncertainty, it’s unclear when or if additional lockdowns will be necessary. To ensure that students are comfortable with remote learning, they must have the necessary skills to take notes. Here are a few tips to help them improve their remote class note-taking.

Investigate How Information Will Be Delivered

You must know how your remote lessons will be conducted to devise effective note-taking techniques. If your classes are presented live, you must be proactive. On the other hand, a reactive approach may be the best option if they will be conducted asynchronously. In both cases, the wrong strategy may result in missing important information. In the latter case, having too much data to sift through may lead to failure.

Try Using Updated Tools

There’s no reason to keep using the same old note-taking tools in today’s digital age. With the ability to add various multimedia elements, such as audio recordings and PDFs, you can easily spice up your notes. For instance, if you’re using software like Otter to make audio recordings or transcribe course materials, you can also import your files into the app to keep them organized.

Break the Lessons Down

The 10-2-2 method allows students to take notes while getting new content. They then review their notes with a partner and then individually. The main advantage of this method is that it allows students to consolidate the lessons into smaller pieces, which can immediately provide them with more reinforcement. It’s hard work, and taking notes can be draining.

Utilize Tech for Reading Intensive Courses

If you’re planning on reading a lot of texts in your coursework, a digital reading device might be a good purchase. Most e-readers have built-in features that allow users to highlight text, sort their notes in various ways, and add notes to their highlights. Some newer models even allow users to write on the device itself. This could make the experience of taking notes much smoother, especially if you’re able to import your notes into a tool used to manage your lectures.

Conclusion

Although it’s not always possible to address every issue a remote student may encounter when taking notes, improving one’s skills can help make the process easier. To ensure that you maximize the retention and effectiveness of your online education, follow these tips and continuously improve your remote note-taking techniques.

About Wayne Emerson Gregory Jr, SC

Wayne Emerson Gregory Jr., SC is a registered nurse in Georgia specializing in advanced cardiovascular life support, basic life support, and CPR and AED. Wayne also holds a certification in Stroke Scale from NIHSS. Wayne Emerson Gregory Jr. began his education career at Piedmont Technical College, where he earned a degree in Nursing in December 2019. He is currently completing his BSN with The University of Alabama and will graduate in August 2021. Wayne Emerson Gregory Jr. also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government and Political Science from Furman University and a Master in Public Administration from Clemson University.

Wayne Emerson Gregory Jr. knows that when he is working in healthcare, each patient is unique and deserves to be treated as such. Not only is he dedicated to their physical health, but Wayne also prides himself on caring for the whole individual. Wayne specifically works in the ICU and medical-surgical departments, where he typically sees patients who have experienced trauma or recently had invasive surgery. That’s the time you would want a caring professional, and Gregory Jr. is just that!

Today, Wayne Emerson Gregory Jr. works as the owner of Gregory Equipment Sales in Spartanburg, South Carolina, a role he’s held since 2014. Wayne Emerson Gregory Jr., SC is a compassionate and committed healthcare professional. He cares deeply about each and every patient and strives to make their experience as enjoyable as possible.