&vsize=400&exid=1&exmo=0&exty=13&thre=1&trmo=0&trurl=http://62.232.76.134/Campus/Britcoun/Script/Script.cfm&shuf=1&spdrag=1&sppos=130&skelt=../obj/skelt01.swf&frameup=cnt_txt1.swf&framedown=tpl_reorderingddv.swf&panel=1&audiolv=70&audiofile=http://www.learnenglish.org.uk/CET/profs_audio/note1.swf&autoplay=0&buffertime=5&tscr=1&audioscript=Good afternoon. My name is Tim Bradbury and today I'll be giving advice on getting the most out of your lectures. I'll be looking at a range of things from note taking through to assignments and even touching on revision for those dreaded exams.
Ok, first of all preparation. Obviously you need a notebook or folder and in our situation big is beautiful- the only advantage of a small notebook is that it is easier to carry around, while a large one gives you the space you need for margins, indentations and any additions you need to make later. It's a good idea to have a systematic system for taking notes - you'll find a couple of the more popular ones on the handout. I'll give out at the end.
It's important to arrive on time! Most lecturers begin with an outline of what is going to be covered and if you miss this, it can be difficult to follow the lecture. I'd also try and sit as near the front as possible - it's not only easier to hear what is being said and see what's written on the board or OHTs, it's also easier to get the lecturer's attention. There's also the added bonus of not missing out on any handouts if there aren't enough to go around.
Now let's move on to the lecture itself. Try and be as active as possible. I don't mean jogging around the lecture theatre, but think before you write - you don't have to write down everything the lecturer says. Don't get behind but remember that we normally only present a few major points in each lecture - the rest is just explanatory and examples. Listen for the cues the lecturer uses to introduce these important points- things like increases in volume or changes of intonation, and of course if something is repeated or written on the board it is usually pretty vital. Leave spaces to separate the main points or so you can add extra information later. And finally, don't be afraid to ask questions where appropriate, especially if you're not sure about an assignment.
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