Preparing for lessons and analyzing cases are important elements of the learning process that require careful work with the materials.
The Zettelkasten methodology helps to systematize knowledge and record all thoughts and ideas so that they are easily accessible and can be used later.
In combination with the Conoted app, Zettelkasten allows you not only to prepare for lessons, but also to unite the entire class for productive discussions, saving and structuring all ideas.
Private notes. But you can make not only Public notes, but also Private notes, and open access to everyone only in the classroom.
Zettelkasten Methodology: What It Is and Why It's Good for Preparing for Lessons
The Zettelkasten Methodology, or "note box," was developed by German sociologist Niklas Luhmann and is a system for organizing notes and ideas that allows you to effectively manage knowledge and find connections between different topics. The basic idea of ​​Zettelkasten is to create many small notes (zettels) that capture one thought or idea and are linked together using links and tags.
Why Zettelkasten is good for preparing for lessons:
1. Capture all ideas:
Each idea is captured in a separate note, which helps you save each thought and not lose anything important.
2. Connection of ideas:
All notes are linked together, which helps you see connections between different ideas and create a holistic picture.
3. Tags:
Organizing your notes allows you to quickly prepare for lessons and find the information you need.
4. Deepening your knowledge:
Linked notes allow you to delve deeper into a topic, analyze ideas, and build arguments.
Working with books and documents. How ideas are recorded using the Zettelkasten methodology.
To prepare for lessons and case studies, it is important to be able to work with materials: documents, books, articles, and other sources. The Zettelkasten methodology has specific steps for working with documents:
1. Reading and highlighting the important:
When reading a book or article, highlight important points, ideas, and quotes that may be useful in the future.
2. Taking notes:
Create a note in Conoted in which you record the key idea or quote. Do not rewrite the text completely - it is better to briefly summarize the essence in your own words, and add a comment on how this idea is related to other topics.
3. Adding Tags and Links:
Assign tags to your notes and create links to other notes so that you can easily find the information in the future and understand how it relates to other ideas.
4. Analyzing and Creating Connections:
After creating notes, analyze them and link them together. For example, an idea from one article can be useful when analyzing a case study or discussing it in class.
5. Combining and structuring topics (tags):
In the Zettelkasten methodology, there is a concept called an "Index". An "Index" is a combination of different topics (tags) into 1 tag - this is like the title and content of a book. A navigation tool for finding information in your note system. The index does not contain the ideas themselves, but only indicates where they can be found and helps structure access to your knowledge.
In the Conoted app, the Index function is performed by a Group, which combines and structures tags into a project.
Using Conoted to Prepare and Organize Information
Conoted is ideal for the Zettelkasten methodology thanks to its recommendation system and structuring features. Conoted allows you to link notes automatically, suggest tags and connections, and use the collective wisdom and useful contacts to expand your knowledge.
1. Capture ideas before class:
Create notes in advance, capturing ideas and thoughts that may be useful in class or when working on a case.
2. Create discussion groups:
Organize the class into groups and create a space for collaboration. This will allow all students to add their notes and link them to common ideas.
3. Use the recommendation system:
Conoted will help you find connections between notes and suggest which ideas can be used together. This is especially useful when preparing for a discussion in class.
4. Integrate Public Notes:
Use the collective intelligence feature to access other users' notes. This will help enrich your preparation with additional ideas and examples.
5. Interact with experts:
Unlike the Zettelkasten methodology, Conoted also offers the possibility of connecting different experts to the discussion of topics.
Why Conoted?
Organize your information: Unlike Notion and other similar solutions, Conoted allows you to automatically link notes and create a structure that helps you understand the material better.
1. Recommendation system:
Conoted analyzes your notes and suggests connections and tags, making it easier to navigate and organize your knowledge.
2. Crowd intelligence:
Only in Conoted do you have access to public notes that can complement your work. This is a unique opportunity to enrich your knowledge base.
3. Social graph and useful contacts:
With Conoted, you can see who in your class or among your friends knows the most about a topic. This helps you quickly find experts and ask them for help.
Unite the class and save all discussions:
When all ideas are captured in Conoted, class discussions become more productive. Students can easily share their notes, and teachers can monitor the process and guide the discussion. All information is saved and structured, which allows you to return to it at any time and use it to prepare for exams or further work.
Conclusion
The Zettelkasten methodology is embedded in Conoted and helps students and teachers organize their work more efficiently. Capture all ideas in advance, link them into a single system, and prepare for lessons and cases so that you shine in class. The Conoted app not only simplifies the preparation process, but also helps to save and structure all ideas and discussions, creating a powerful knowledge base for the entire class
