Grammar is important, but this research was based on the frustration of students who do not see the connection between grammar concepts and writing skills. The purpose of this study was to investigate how focusing on application in class and note taking outside of class affect learning grammar. The research seems to point to a combination of approaches being the most successful way to teach grammar. Data for this study was collected in several ways. First, the researcher used a survey that was developed to find out the students' attitudes towards grammar and note taking. The same survey with modifications was given after the eight weeks of classroom modifications. Secondly, the researcher collected the students' finished note outlines weekly to make sure they understood the information they were reading. Thirdly, the researcher used sample sentences and essays from students to analyze the students' application of the concepts to see if there was improvement. This study found that although the knowledge of grammar and the students' writing skills increased during the eight weeks the study took place, the attitude about grammar changed very little. The results showed the note-taking method used did not make a significant difference in the attitude of the students. The researcher also felt that this note-taking method did not improve the grammar skills of the students significantly more than previous note-taking methods.