#onenote
In my previous post, I talked about how my laptop is basically my lifesaver. The fact it comes with a stylus makes it so much better. With it, I can highlight and take notes on PDFs but I can also take handwritten notes and even draw. Which for me, is what truly makes the difference, as I feel more comfortable taking handwritten notes.
Why digital notes? You don’t have to worry about forgetting a notebook, running out of pages or ink. You can go back and delete whatever mistake you have made without making a mess and it is very flexible. You can organize your notes whichever way you find convenient. Some apps even let you search your handwriting, which is something I didn’t know I needed. How many times have you tried looking for something in your notes and taken basically an eternity to find it? With digital notes, that is no longer a problem. Taking notes by hand helps you remember better than just typing. So taking the benefits of handwriting and the organizational benefits of going digital, you’ll have one of the most effective weapons at your disposal.
What apps do you use?
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11.26.18
did some math homework and mind mapping today :)
I have tried out many alternatives (because for some reasons I have an obsession with apps) and here are the ones that I actually recommend / I am using right now:
- Todoist - for organising my tasks and habits (to-do lists)
- Pomodoro Keeper
- FocusNow - another pomodoro app that is similar to forest
- ATracker - to track my time and hence help me defeat procrastination
- myHomework - so that I can have an organised list of assignments, readings, and tests coming up
- OneNote
- My OneNote tag
- How to take/organise notes? (feat. OneNote)
- Updated and comprehensive post on how to take lecture notes on OneNote
- How to use Cornell note-taking method on OneNote: Great for taking class notes! - #9
- How do I use OneNote?
- Documents (with pdf expert 5)
- Google Drive
- Scribd - for reading books
- Wally - for financial management
- Biscuit - a dictionary app that can show you a list of your added vocabs + definitions
- Feedly - to read some awesome blogs and news everyday
- iTunes U - for taking free lectures
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How I Use OneNotefor University
Hey, all! I thought I’d share how I use OneNote, for any students who might want to use it for school organization. I have used this since the beginning of my university career and have found a method that works for me, after nearly three years.
I provide templates for what I use as .one files that can be imported into OneNote, and you’re free to use & modify them however you wish.
Semester Calendar Template:Download
Customized Syllabus Template:Download
Cornell Outline Template:Download + Outline inspired by How to Use Cornell Cornell Note-Taking Method on OneNoteby@strive-for-da-best
As a student with learning disabilities, I found that using a computer, rather than writing everything out, is the best method for me to learn. I type up notes in class so as to not worry about keeping up with a professor, handwriting, or neatness. OneNote is my favourite note-taking application for this, because it’s essentially an upgraded version of Word that’s free and syncs automatically across devices. When my computer crashed, I was still able to access my notes online.
OneNote isn’t all typing. You can use it on a tablet or use a drawing tablet, in my case, to handwrite notes for a more natural feel. A very efficient way of taking notes is to import the lectures slides in OneNote and to write directly on them. I found that very useful in math-heavy courses, such as statistics and chemistry. The equation tool, while nifty, isn’t efficient.
Byno means whatsoever is this the only way to use OneNote! In fact, I’d recommend you find a way that works for you, because while this may be highly organized, it takes a bit of set-up time and is tailored specifically to my needs. You can use my example as inspiration, but play around with it! The beauty of OneNote is that it can be used in a variety of different ways.
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I actually drew/doodled this on the actual Mother 3 anniversary last week but forgot to post it here! Better late than never….
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Sometimes our choices feel insignificant. But when added together, they can truly affect change.
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Sometimes inspiration arrives like a wild stag loping across the American Frontier. Or, you know, not. Whenever it strikes, capture it in OneNote.
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You meet group projects with a smile. You’re ready to lend a hand (or two) whenever the situation calls for it. That whole ‘sum is greater than its parts’ thing? So true. You are the Collaborator.
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You are prepared for anything. Math, science, English, physics? You’ve got a highlighter for that. You’ve got notes on notes on notes - on notes. You’re ready to ace the test - and get extra credit. You are the Survivalist.
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Sometimes math is too complicated for your keyboard to handle. Write complex symbols in OneNote and watch the Ink to Math feature turn it into neat and tidy text. Check it out: www.onenote.com
Follow your curiosity around unknown corners and mysterious landscapes. Then save your findings in OneNote so you can share them with friends.
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In school you spend a lot of time thinking. But sometimes it’s when you’re NOT thinking that great insights start pouring in.
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Volumes and volumes of knowledge are ready to be captured inside one easy interface with OneNote.
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OneNote can’t improve your shooting average, but it will help you organize plans for an all-star basketball season. Get started on your own summer plans today!
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Whether hitting the open road with friends or embarking on a journey of a different sort, Microsoft OneNote keeps all your plans and inspirations in one collected spot. Dream up your own summer plans here: www.onenote.com
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Change your notebook background! Go to Account Settings > Office Background for a personalized look.
Remember childhood and endless summers and losing track of the days of the week? We’re voting to bring those days back!
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Balance, posture and the perfect arm windmill—this is what it takes to become a master of the slackline. Oh, and lots of practice!
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