Notetaking Success Checklist

Directions: Use the following checklist to help you to evaluate your notetaking.

Requirement	Self-eval.	Peer Eval.	Comment
1. Do you have sufficient notes for each of your sub-topics or sub-questions?
2. Are each of your notes under the appropriate sub-topic or question?
3. Can you tell from which source each of your notes was taken?
4. Have you checked for redundant or duplicated notes and eliminated them?
5. Are your notes in your own words except where quotes are appropriate or required?
6. Are you using phrases instead of complete sentences?
7. Are your notes legible, i.e. can you read and understand what you have written?
8. As you take notes, are you sifting through and searching for information that relates to the overarching or essential question?