How To Take Notes From Books Effectively

Ask Yourself A Question

Have a question in your mind before you start reading. This not only enables you to select books that you're interested in but it also makes sure that the information that you get from the book is related to that specific question. 

The first thing that you get from this is it enables you to get the relevant information from the based on the initial question. The second thing is it increases your chances of finishing books because you have a specific reason for finishing it.

Highlight Key Points

Highlight and write down any ideas that resonat ewith you from the book. It could be highlighting within the book, it could be writing down little notes in order to keep yourself engaged and active in the reading process. Make sure that you read the full page before you highlight or take any notes. Read the page first then think about the ideas and quotes that resonates with you from that page.

Write Down Chapter Summary

For some people taking notes while reading every chapter breaks the flow of reading and it's understandable. There's a scientific method of learning you can use to change it. You write down a summary of the chapter in your own words without looking back at the chapter after finishing it. Firstly, it tests your memory because you just read the chapter an dnow you're taking notes. Secondly, you're able to summarize the chapter in your own words which makes it more relatable to you.