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Note-taking and note-making: The ever-cherished art!
1Medical Consultant, General Ophthalmology, Aravind Eye Hospital, Pondicherry, India.
Abstract:
In the medical field where the volume of information to be studied and reproduced is enormous, note taking and note making becomes an integral part of an effective learning process. Not only does it simplify the learning process, it also eases last minute revision and improves presentation skills in examinations. Knowing when and where to begin taking notes, which topics to take notes on, and how to take notes is crucial before investing one's quality time. Restructuring a content into a table, flowchart, or an illustrative figure depicts your understanding and hard work. It can fetch more marks and save time during examination. It becomes a prerequisite to attain guaranteed success.
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