It may seem obvious, but having all of your note-taking materials arranged and ready to go before the start of any class, meeting, or lecture is critical. Make sure you have a notebook with lots of blank pages and extra writing instruments if you’re writing using paper and pens. Make sure your laptop is completely charged or that you can sit near a power outlet if you’re using one. If you wear glasses, bring them with you in case the teacher or lecturer writes something significant on the blackboard or whiteboard. If you’re bringing your glasses, be sure to bring a tiny microfiber clo ...   read more