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multiple intelligence strategies

FOR NOTE-TAKING

Name an upcoming class meeting (date, time, course): .
In the right-hand column, record specific ideas for how MI strategies can help you take notes in this class.
IDENTIFY MI STRATEGIES THAT
INTELLIGENCE USE MI STRATEGIES TO IMPROVE YOUR NOTES CAN HELP YOU TAKE NOTES
Verbal-Linguistic ■ Rewrite your class notes in an alternate note-taking
style to see connections more clearly.
■ Combine class and textbook notes to get a complete
picture.

Logical-Mathematical ■ When reviewing or rewriting notes, put information
into a logical sequence.
■ Create tables that show relationships.

Bodily-Kinesthetic ■ Think of your notes as a crafts project with
“knowledge layers” of different colors. Use colored
pens to texture your notes.
■ Study with your notes spread in sequence around
you so that you can see knowledge building from
left to right.

Visual-Spatial ■ Take notes using colored markers or pens.
■ Rewrite lecture notes as a mind map, focusing on the
most important points.

Interpersonal ■ Try to schedule a study group right after a lecture to
discuss class notes.
■ Review class notes with a study buddy and compare
notes to see what each of you missed.

Intrapersonal ■ Schedule some quiet time soon after a lecture to
review and think about your notes.
■ As you review your notes, decide whether you grasp
the material or need help.

Musical ■ To improve recall, recite concepts in your notes to
rhythms.
■ Write a song that includes material from your class
and text notes. Use the refrain to emphasize what is
important.

Naturalistic ■ Notice similarities and differences in concepts
by organizing material into natural groupings.

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