Reading notes

Why reading notes?

• This will be excellent practice; notes are almost always helpful but good note-taking is not as easy as it looks
• Ensures you stay on top of reading
• Give you a chance for self-directed review when viewing course content and participating in discussions
• Gives me a chance to check your understanding
• Science says it’ll likely help you :)

How will notes be evaluated?�marisacasillas.github.io/chatterlab/course-instructions/reading_notes

1. clear title with bibliographic information and date
2. at least one half page
3. has sketches/simplified re-drawings of all key figures/findings
4. is spatially/visually separated into at least three sections: e.g., detailed notes, overall summary, comments/questions
5. has few direct quotes; reformulate thoughts in your own words
6. mentions at least one link to another paper covered in class or the student's own research interests

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Up to ~1 point for each submission (1.25 for undergrads, 1.0 for grads); You can earn a maximum of 30 points (30% of your grade; 24 submissions for undergrads, 30 submissions for grads). Late/resubmitted notes get a max of 0.5 points.

How will notes be evaluated?�marisacasillas.github.io/chatterlab/course-instructions/reading_notes

Notes can be made in the language of your choice, but please make sure I can use Google Translate or similar to assess them

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Notes can be written in a text editor, by hand (submitted as a high-resolution image), or a blend of the two

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If you already have a technique for reading notes, please contact me to discuss—I’m flexible!

My notes?

I will be posting my reading notes as I read along with you. My favored technique is to take notes by hand and share images of each page.

General recommendations?

Cornell notes are a good place to start.

Doodles are fun.

We will be revisiting and revising your notes; leave space accordingly.

Do what works for you—don’t be afraid to experiment!

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Wisdom from our classmates?

Fin.