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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.

USE MI STRATEGIES TO IDENTIFY MI TEST-PREP STRATEGIES
INTELLIGENCE IMPROVE TOUR NOTES THAT 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 text 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 that enables
you to see “knowledge layers.” 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 in think link format, 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. Compare
notes to see what the other 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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