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What is the importance of choosing high-utility study techniques?
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High-utility techniques ensure long-term success, although they may take time to adopt initially.
Why is careful selection of sources essential when using online videos for studying?
Different modalities enhance understanding, but the quality of information varies significantly across sources.
What is a customizable variant of the traditional Pomodoro Technique?
Customizable intervals, such as working for 45-55 minutes, instead of the traditional 25 minutes of work followed by a 5-minute break.
How does spaced repetition help combat the forgetting curve?
By reviewing material multiple times at increasing intervals, ensuring long-term retention of information.
List two main drawbacks of rote learning.
Rote learning is ineffective for long-term retention and practical application, and it is time-consuming.
How can mind maps enhance the understanding of study material?
By visually representing the big picture and effectively connecting different pieces of information.
Why are lyrics in music not recommended while studying?
Lyrics can be distracting, whereas instrumental or white noise helps manage distracting environments.
What should be avoided when using Anki for digital flashcards?
Avoid using a simple cue-target format to ensure higher utility.
What are two components of effective note-taking?
Leveraging active learning strategies and avoiding passive note-taking and reading.
Why is it important to understand both correct and incorrect answers in past papers?
Helps identify content emphasis, simulate exam conditions, and understand why certain answers are correct or incorrect.
What is the primary focus in active recall?
Focusing on retrieval of information over encoding, consistently testing oneself to identify knowledge gaps and consolidate information.
What is a practical recommendation for rewatching lectures?
Watch lectures at increased speeds (1.5x, 2x) to avoid doubling your workload.
How do question banks help in identifying knowledge gaps?
By providing consistent self-testing opportunities, allowing students to identify gaps and consolidate learned information.
What is one key disadvantage of the 'numbers game' approach to studying?
More hours studied does not necessarily equate to better results; smarter studying is required for higher education.
How does the Feynman Technique enhance comprehension and retention?
By simplifying and reorganizing concepts, encouraging high-order thinking, promoting active recall, and making one teach the material to others.
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