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Study skills
Maths Notes That Actually Help
Good notes do not just look pretty. They help your brain remember, understand and use maths.
In short
Use clear layouts
Keep your work neat and easy to follow. One step per line.
Underline titles and key things
It helps you find important information quickly.
Break it up
Use spacing, boxes and subheadings. Give your brain room to breathe.
Use colours with purpose
Highlight titles, key ideas, examples and answers, and keep the same colour for the same thing every time.
Add your own examples
Making your own questions makes the learning stick.
Use diagrams
Pictures help you see the maths.
Review and tidy
Go back later and improve your notes. Your future self will thank you.
Keep it in one place
Use one notebook just for maths.