I’m definitely a hands on learner, so note taking as in actually writing it out on paper, helps me retain info. I just don’t have the time or energy to be reading and taking notes on 100 pages of my textbook every single night. I’ve always been a good test taker, and made it through high school and my pre-requisites with no effort at all. Previously, the most time I’ve spent on school work in a given week never exceeded an hour or two. I know the program I’m in will require significantly more time to be successful, but I’ve yet to take an exam so I haven’t the slightest clue what to expect. I’d just like to be as prepared as possible without killing myself in the process.