# Cornell note-taking method
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# Cornell note-taking method
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- [Prioritising your tasks](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/key-study-skills/time-management/prioritising-your-tasks/)
- [Note-taking](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/key-study-skills/note-taking/)
- [Digital note-taking](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/key-study-skills/note-taking/digital/)
- [Cornell note-taking method](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/key-study-skills/note-taking/cornell/)
- [Charting note-taking method](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/key-study-skills/note-taking/charting/)
- [Mind mapping](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/key-study-skills/note-taking/mind-mapping/)
Learn how to take notes effectively using the Cornell note-taking method.
## What is the Cornell note-taking method?
This is an effective method for taking notes during lectures, when reading or preparing for exams. It is named after Cornell University where the system was created.
## How does it work?
1. Divide a page into three sections: cues, notes, and summary.
2. Place the cues column on the left-hand section and the notes column on the right-hand section.
3. The summary column is placed at the bottom of the page.
Download a [PDF](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/files/2019/11/Cornell-note-taking-method-PDF.pdf) version or have a go using this[template](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/files/2019/12/Cornell-note-taking-method-Word-blank-doc.docx) of the Cornell note-taking method.
### Related topics
- [Preparing for exams and tests](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/exams-and-tests/preparing-for-exams-and-tests/)
- [Quick reading](https://learningessentials.auckland.ac.nz/reading-effectively/quick-reading/)
### Workshops
- [Academic Skills: Note-taking](https://auckland.campuslabs.com/engage/events?categories=19621)
See all [available workshops](https://auckland.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/tetumuherenga).
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- [Critical thinking](https://canvas.auckland.ac.nz/courses/99789/pages/critical-thinking) – 6:01
- [Time management](https://canvas.auckland.ac.nz/courses/99789/pages/time-management) – 5:15
- [Note-taking](https://canvas.auckland.ac.nz/courses/99789/pages/note-taking) – 5:39
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