What is making a note all about? Why should I use it?

Making a note is a powerful tool for learning. By making a note you are distinguishing it as important. Notes are commonly used to rewrite book ideas in your own words or to cross-reference the ideas with something else. Notes can be made around key ideas, terms and facts, important passages, material that has been referenced in previous sections, dates, quotes, etc. Give it a try. Make notes about materials that you feel are important. It may be helpful to you.