Use the template as an example for taking Cornell Notes which are required for a grade. Fill in the specified boxes as stated; name, date, topic, class/subject. On the left always put the main idea and to the right lined area put the information about the idea. EXAMPLE: Organelles and function of a cell (Left) and to the right enter each organelle and its function. Leave some space between topics on the left to add a drawing or hint for learning.