There is also a real sense of achievement when you work your way down the list. Set a small number of goals for the first few weeks so that you get the satisfaction of completing them, you can always increase the number as you go on. Every Sunday, check what you have achieved. You are not limited to school topics. Don't spend ages writing summaries.
Notes are just the key points.
Always number the points in the list you construct. The brain can recall a numbered list better than a list with no numbers. It should almost look like a shopping list when you have finished. Don't copy diagrams into your notes - some students waste a great deal of time copying out the book. Now, make a note of the diagram and its page number in the margin of your notes.