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Dash
or indented outlining is usually best except for some
science classes such as physics or math.
1.
The information which is most general
begins at the left with each more specific group of
facts indented with spaces to the right.
2.
The relationships between the
different parts are carried out through indenting.
3.
No numbers, letters, or Roman
numerals are needs.
Method
– Listening and then write in points in an organized
pattern based on space indention. Place major points
farthest to the left. Indent each more specific point
to the right. Levels of importance will be indicated by
distance away from the major point. Indention can be as
simple as or as complex as labeling the indentations
with Roman numerals or decimals. Markings are not
necessary as space relationships will indicate the
major/minor points.
Advantages –
Well-organized system if done right. Outlining records
content as well as relationships. It also reduces
editing and is easy to review by turning main points
into questions.
Disadvantages
– Requires more thought in class for accurate
organization. This system may not show relationships by
sequence when needed. It doesn’t lend to diversity of a
review attach for maximum learning and question
application. This system cannot be used if the lecture
is too fast.
When
to Use – The outline format can be used if
the lecture is presented in outline organization. This
may be either deductive (regular outline) or inductive
(reverse outline where minor points start building to a
major point). Use this format when there is enough time
in the lecture to think about and make organization
decisions when they are needed. This format can be most
effective when your note taking skills are super and
sharp and you can handle the outlining regardless of the
note taking situation.
Example –
Extrasensory perception
_ Definition: means of perceiving
without use of sense organs.
_three kinds –
_telepathy: sending messages
_clairvoyance: forecasting the future
_psychokinesis: perceiving events
external to situation
_current status –
_no current research to support or
refute
_few psychologists say impossible
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