Cornell Note Taking System
Name: ____________________________________
Directions: As you read, use this Cornell Note Taking System to help you analyze the
text you are working with. In the right-hand column, write down important ideas and
details from the text. Also, as you read and find words you do not know, write those
words and their definition in the right hand column. Be sure to also make note of the
benefits and disadvantages you determine from the reading. In the left hand column,
write your own thoughts and responses, questions, confusions, personal reactions on what
the information means. After reading the document, review your notes and write a
summary of the information on the bottom of the sheet.
Source and Reading #______
Comments and Questions:
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Disadvantages:
Summary: