[remi983]

For most classes, especially civil procedure, the best way to study is come up with step by step flow charts. You can have your big voluminous outline, but then break down each issue into step by step.

Taking a civil procedure question.

You spot issue X.

Boom. Flip to page 2, and see:

Issue X:

Step 1, Step 2.

Have diverging paths for different outcomes, etc.


That is the main benefit of typing exams (besides speed) is that you can hit all the major steps, even type your outline write into the exam, then go back in and fill in the details. then if you still got some time, go back and fill in the BS, begging for extra pts. stuff.

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Thanks for the info Noah. I'm guessing the outline copying would map out the general dichotomies of the issues, then your details would apply to the specific facts of the question, no? Is the outline inputing trick a well-known exam tactic? If so, how did you differentiate yourself from other test-takers. Does writting well make a big difference? Again, thanks for any knowledge you share. I'm exactly 1 month away from my first class, so all advice is appreciated.