Do not combine sentences and topic outlines. B. Tests for Outlines 1. Each heading should refer back to the thesis, each sub-heading to its heading, and so forth. The outline should contain enough information for it to serve as a complete study guide or writing outline, without requiring additional notes. Generally do not include anything in the outline which will not or can not be developed into a full paragraph.
Every good speaker does it.
Expect signals and be alert when you receive them. Do not over-use symbols. Listen for main ideas. Do not attempt to write down every word the lecturer says. Record your information in main idea blocks that resemble paragraphs.