Teaching: EdTech Style
A new twist on old thoughts
Cornell Notes
Note taking by students is a necessary skill in most classrooms. This activity is confirmed by research to increase student achievement (Bligh, 2000 as cited in DeZure, Kaplan, Deerman, 2001).
I have seen many teachers utilize Cornell Notes in their classrooms. Let's refresh this traditional activity and give it a digital reboot!
Traditional Method
As an educator at Cornell University, Professor Walter Pauk designed these notes for his students in the 1950s. The purpose is to condense the material into a systematic method. A paper is divided into three areas: 1) a left column, 2) a right column, and 3) a section at the bottom. The right column should be greater in size and the lower section only needs approximately 2 inches.
* photo courtesy of University of South Australia.
More Information
Refresh It!
Classmint
Online Cornell Notes - Cornell Notes, Flashcards and Study Tools (It's free)
Classmint is now available as a teacher tool whereas teachers sets up the Cornell note for the class to study. It is, however, working on developing access for students to create their own.
Alternative to Classmint
Microsoft OneNote - Cornell Note taking for students
Need to see it in Action?
Get in touch with me to schedule a modeling session with your class.
Cynthia L. Pina
Technology Campus Trainer
Laredo ISD, Gallego & Zachry Elementary
Instructional Technology Resources Webmix
Email: clpina@laredoisd.org
Website: edmodo.com/pinatechtrainer
Twitter: @pinatechtrainer