Lectures form the core part of the face-to-face learning experience at university.

In order to be successful at attending lectures and using the information you get from them, consider:

• What are lectures for?
• What should I read in advance?
• How do I interpret the lecture?
• How do I record essential information?
• How do I select which information to record?
• What should I do after the lecture?

Use the Attending Lectures Checklist at the end of the chapter to consolidate your understanding.