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What study habits have helped you grab a deeper understanding of material you struggled(or struggle) to understand #Spring25?

For my classes, I use flashcards, quizziz and AI generators to make me a test. However sometimes I feel like I'm only memorizing the right answer and not actually learning. I use flashcards for AP English and Medical Terminology. I use quizziz and AI generators to turn my notes into a test for my ROP class(Medical Assisting).
A lot of the times I do my work quickly to submit it before the due date and catch myself not actually learning. Would you know of an effective (and quick)study technique?

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Haley’s Answer

Hi Jaquelin! Recognizing that you might only be memorizing the information instead of truly understanding it, is a huge step in the right direction! Everyone learns differently, and it is difficult to find what works for you. When I was studying (particularly for science classes like biology and chemistry) what helped the most was rewriting my notes. I am the type of learning that if I am more likely to remember doing something than reading something. I would rewrite notes after class and when I began studying them I would write them in different colored pens. The changing of colors really helped jog my memory at times.

I've found the best way to know if you actually understand the material versus just memorizing is trying to explain / teach it to someone else. It can be a friend in class, sibling, parent, or someone that has zero background knowledge in the subject. If you can tell them in a way they understand then it is likely you truly understand the material.

Don't give up and keep trying different methods until you find what works best for you. Best of luck!
Thank you comment icon This is hugely helpful, thank you! Jaquelin
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bill’s Answer

Haley's answer was excellent, especially the teaching part! Teaching or explaining something uses a different part of the brain and shows true understanding, not just memorization. Using many brain pathways is the best way to learn. Writing notes on flashcards involves hand-eye coordination. Speaking and recording yourself or the teacher uses verbal and auditory pathways. Using different colors helps with visual recognition. All these methods engage different brain areas, which is where everything we say or do is stored. Some people have a greater capacity, some less, but we all have talents that can be developed. Sometimes it's easy, sometimes it's not. Study hard and use your talents wisely. Find something you enjoy, not just a job for money. Aim for a fulfilling life, and happiness will follow. Life has challenges, but facing them head-on and overcoming them is key. As they say, face trials with smiles, and keep thinking freely. Good luck!
Thank you comment icon I am truly astonished, thank you! Jaquelin
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