Students listen actively to a video, audio recording, or a read-aloud text and take notes along the way.
This method supports students in listening attentively and in a structured manner, helping them gain a deeper understanding of what they see and hear.
Select a video, audio file, or text that students want to watch or hear.
Present the video, audio file or text – and its purpose. Point out or give students an overview of what they should pay particular attention to when watching/listening to it (e.g. key concepts, arguments, important points, challenges).
Students listen to the video, audio file or text. They take notes along the way, either freely or according to a fixed structure. If necessary, the video or audio file can be paused halfway through, so that students have more time to take notes.
Optionally, provide a note-taking template with categories such as Key Points, New Concepts, Questions, and Surprises.
This method can be used together with Mind Mapping, where students create a mind map while listening.
Play the video/audio or read the text aloud multiple times to give students the opportunity to catch more details. Each round can have a different listening focus.
After the listening exercise, students compare their notes in pairs or groups. They can identify common key points as well as differences in their notes.
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