<p>Like, is it required?</p>
<p>One of my Ds graduated from law school last year. Close to 100% of students used a laptop in class for note-taking. This was unlike her undergrad experience where almost no one used a laptop in class. Her law school also allowed for exams to be done on computers.</p>
<p>I can’t take notes at a fast pace on a computer. I gather that would also hinder on timed tests. Call me traditional if you want, but I am able to take notes much quicker during a lecture with a pen/pencil and paper.</p>
<p>I’ve tried using a laptop to take notes in classes where it’s permitted. I always find myself taking notes at a slower pace, and not being able to keep up with the lecture. I use my laptop in class mostly when we will be working on something available on Blackboard on online so I can follow along.</p>
<p>Then again, I’d feel kind of awkward if I’m the only one taking notes with a pen and paper.</p>
<p>Are you a strong typer? Maybe if you took a computer class you could type faster and it would be easier for you to keep up.</p>
<p>While all of their exams are done on laptops using examsoft software (yes, your ability to type fast will help you on a three hour written exam) my daughter has had a number of professors who had no electronics policies where laptops could not be used in class.</p>
<p>Yes. All the places I’ve researched it is required.</p>