In the 1980s, Burger King ran an ad campaign built around the theme, “Have it your way.”  They brought in customers with a catchy jingle and an appeal to individuality.  Today, have it your way is not just an appealing concept, it is a cultural expectation.   From food to clothing, from cars to college majors, customizing is in.

With so much attention going to your unique preferences, it may seem a little odd to suggest that a single note taking system is the best system for all students.  But a quick review of how you learn explains how the using a two-column note taking system matches your brain’s learning needs.  While every brain is different, every brain is also the same.  The fundamental processes that produce learning are the same are the same for all students.  Therefore, it is not surprising that a note taking system that supports the way your brain processes information would be effective for you, your friends, and virtually every student.

The two-column Cornell Note Taking system provides the opportunity for you to practice the fundamental skills of effective learning.