You will need to develop your own system. However, many miss the basics of taking notes.
Noting isn't ONLY about copying info from the class. You should note everything that comes to your mind.
For example:
* You have a question. Note it, so you will figure out the answer later.
* You have an idea or infer something from what the teacher says. Note it.
* You have a task. Maybe you should go check this book at the library. Note it.
Now the most important part of note taking is actually reviewing your notes. This helps you retain what you learned and follow up with questions and action items.
Noting isn't ONLY about copying info from the class. You should note everything that comes to your mind.
For example:
* You have a question. Note it, so you will figure out the answer later.
* You have an idea or infer something from what the teacher says. Note it.
* You have a task. Maybe you should go check this book at the library. Note it.
Now the most important part of note taking is actually reviewing your notes. This helps you retain what you learned and follow up with questions and action items.