Fast Forward College Coaching
Preparing students for the note taking challenges of college BEFORE and DURING their college journey.
Take Better Notes. Study Smarter.
Training & Tech Support for Student Success
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We help high school and college students master the note taking technology they need to succeed—both inside and outside the classroom.
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Whether you're new to digital note taking or want to level up your study skills, our training sessions are designed to make tech work for you.
Note Taking Training is available on these tools:
What We Offer
​📚 Student Training Sessions
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Our core service includes hands-on training to help students learn how to use popular note taking apps and software. But we don’t just teach the buttons—we show you how to use the tools to take better notes, stay organized, and study more effectively.
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We work with a wide range of platforms, including:
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OneNote
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Notability
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GoodNotes
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Otter.ai
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And more!
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Whether you’re a visual learner, a fast talker, or someone who prefers to type everything out, we’ll help you find the tools and techniques that match your style.
📚 On-the-Go Tech Support
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Need help right now?
Our one-time, on-demand support sessions are perfect for students who:
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Are stuck trying to figure out how an app works
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Need quick help before an exam or presentation
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Want to learn how to organize their notes for a specific class
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Encounter a tech issue and don’t know where to turn
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We’re just a click away when you need expert help—fast.
What Makes Us Different
Most services focus on teaching one app. We don’t.
We give students flexible training across multiple note taking platforms, so you're not locked into one tool.
Even better, we go beyond just showing you how to use the software—we show you how to use it well.
Our training includes real strategies to:
* Stay focused and organized during class
* Take effective notes in lectures or from textbooks
* Use app features to review and study more efficiently
* Build lasting habits that make studying less stressful
We combine technology + learning techniques to help students become more confident and capable learners.
Built For Real Students
Whether you're a high schooler managing a full course load or a college student trying to stay on top of fast-paced lectures, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
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Because good notes aren't just about what you write down—they're about how you learn.
Hi, I'm Amy. I have over 20 years of experience working across numerous colleges and universities as a learning specialist and success coach to help undergraduate and graduate students particularly in the STEM fields improve their working memory, retention of key concepts for licensing exams and develop effective note taking strategies utilizing technology applications.
Meet our Coaches
Hi, I'm Dave! I'm a Disability Services Specialist at a college in the Midwest. I enjoy researching & learning about new technology programs and training students in simple language so you can use note taking tools in your classes.
Commonly Asked Questions
Will my student’s college or university train them on note taking programs?
While a few institutions of higher education may have a technology specialist staff member in their Accessibility Office, the majority of colleges and universities do not. Training is not a mandatory responsibility of colleges under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Our technology services are ready to fill this gap! We believe that students need an effective note taking program that matches their learning styles AND customized training in order to create confidence using the note taking tool in their courses.
Do I need to buy the note taking program or do you provide it?
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What if my student still has questions after the training sessions?
If your student has questions about their note taking program after their Training sessions, your student can schedule an additional 1 hour On-The-Go session at any time. Before, during or after the semester our Technology Coaches are available to meet with your student 1:1, work at their pace and answer any questions they may have. Students can schedule as many 1 hour sessions as they need.
What if I, as the parent, want to be trained on the note taking program too?
We welcome parents to attend the Training or On-The-Go sessions. Participating in the training sessions will allow parents to learn the ins and outs of the note taking program (if desired) in order to assist their student outside of the training sessions. If parents would like a separate session, we suggest scheduling a 1 hour On-The-Go session to gain an overview of your student’s note taking program.
Ready To Get Started?
We offer flexible scheduling for individual students, groups, or school partnerships.
You can book a session, request support, or learn more about our services by contacting us below.
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Get in touch today and take the first step toward better notes, smarter studying, and more academic confidence.