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Student Note-taking Practices

Introduction (Survey Description):
Thank you for participating in this short survey about student note-taking practices. Your responses will help us better understand how middle and high school students capture, organize, and use information in an age of digital and AI tools.
The survey should take about 5–10 minutes to complete. Your responses are confidential and will be used for research and writing purposes only. This is a pilot for future research. If you have questions, please email Thomas at TDWolsey@msn.com
Section 1: Background Information
1.Grade levels you currently teach
2.Subject area(s)
3.School type
Section 2: Student Note-Taking Practices
4.How often do your students take notes in your class?
5.Which note-taking formats do students most commonly use?
6.Have you noticed students using AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, summarization tools, or transcription apps) to help with note-taking or studying?
7.If yes, how are students using these tools?
8.In your experience, which note-taking methods seem most effective for student learning and retention?
Section 3: Teacher Perceptions
9.How much direct instruction do you provide on how to take effective notes?
10.What challenges do you see in students’ note-taking habits today?
11.What tools, methods, or practices would you recommend to help students take better notes?
Section 4: Optional Follow-Up
12.Would you be willing to be contacted for a brief follow-up conversation or interview?
13.If Yes, please type your first name and email address.
14.Are there any questions we didn't ask that we should? Any questions that need to be modified for clarity?