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Monday, October 19, 2026
Level up your active listening with signposting!
You may be engaging in active listening in lectures but still don't understand the main point of the lecture. If this describes your experiences, then signposting might help you improve your understanding during lectures.
Friday, October 16, 2026
Write less, learn more: note-taking shortcuts
In fast-paced lectures, the biggest challenge in note-taking isn’t understanding—it’s keeping up. One of the simplest ways to take faster, clearer notes is by strategically integrating shortcuts with abbreviations, acronyms, and symbols.
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