Ruben Moreno                                                                                             De Anza Jr. High
Introduction
Standards 
Objectives
Activities
Assessment 
Results
Resources


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Introduction
The purpose of this lesson is to introduce the use of the Cornell Note Taking system. The Cornell Note Taking system is a way of making and using notes that promotes active learning.  

Subject: Language Arts
Topic: Using Cornell Notes
Grade Level: Nine and Ten
Student Lesson name and URL: Using Cornell Notes

Standards Addressed
Grades Nine and Ten
English: Written English Language
Learning to write and use Cornell Notes

1.0 Written and Oral English Language Conventions

Students write and speak with a command of standard English conventions.

Grammar and Mechanics of Writing

1.3 Demonstrate an understanding of proper English usage and control of grammar, paragraph and sentence structure, diction, and syntax.

Manuscript Form

1.4 Produce legible work that shows accurate spelling and correct use of the conventions of punctuation and capitalization. 

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Instructional Objectives

  1. Students will learn the six steps of the Cornell Note Taking system. 
  2. Students will know the three advantages of the Cornell Note Taking System.
  3. Students will use the materials needed for the Cornell Note Taking System.
  4. Students will learn how notes should be recorded during class.
  5. Students will learn how to refine their notes after class.
  6. Students will identify three ways to recite their notes.
 
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Student Activities
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Introductory Activity
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Enabling Activity(ies)
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Culminating Activity
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Assessment
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Results
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Web Resources & Supplementary Materials

Introductory Activity
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Enabling Activity
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Culminating Activity
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De Anza Jr. High                                                                                                                         
Calexico, California
rubenm@calexico.k12.ca.us                                                                                                                              
Last Revised: 08/04/2000