What it is
Divide your page into cues (left), notes (right), and summary (bottom). Cues are questions or keywords; notes are lecture content.
When to use it
During live lectures, video lessons, or while reading textbooks.
How to do it
- Draw a vertical line ~⅓ from the left.
- Take notes on the right during class.
- After class, write cue questions on the left and a summary at the bottom.
Common mistakes
- Writing every word the teacher says.
- Leaving the cue column empty.
- Never reviewing cues as practice questions.
Your 1-minute action
Set up one Cornell page before your next class or study session.