- The note-taker should provide a written record of the main points and supporting details that occur during class meeting times to the designated DSS student(s).
- The note-taker is responsible for providing accurate and complete information. Notes should include details covered during lecture, class discussion, and videos/films in class.
- Notes are not a word-for-word transcription, but should highlight major topics or themes, basic concepts,new or difficult vocabulary, assignment details, class announcements and due dates for tests, quizzes, and projects.
- Note-takers should be punctual, reliable and act professionally at all times including maintaining confidentiality about the DSS student(s), asking for feedback on notes from the student (where appropriate), delivering the notes in a timely manner (within 24-48 hours) and in the agreed form, and informing the student if you are unable to attend a scheduled class.
- If you are absent from class, you are still responsible for sharing notes from that class meeting by perhaps asking another student for a copy of their notes.
- The provision of a note-taker is not a replacement for a DSS student’s attendance in class. The note-taker is not expected to take notes on assigned readings or other homework-related activities.
- If the student you are taking notes for misses more than two classes, please notify DSS at disability.services@sonoma.edu. Please continue to take notes until otherwise told to discontinue by DSS.
- The note-taker should provide the DSS student with their contact details (phone number / e-mail address) to ensure appropriate communication and a good working relationship throughout the semester.
- The note-taker should be notified by the DSS student of the preferred form of note delivery (i.e. carbon-less paper, e-mail). The note taker is responsible for copying costs if they choose not to use the carbon-less paper provided by the DSS office, or to scan/take a picture and email notes to the student.
Edited: 11/19/20