The Study Method In this chapter, Ali introduces a study method used by his friend to consistently rank in the top three in medical school. Instead of taking notes or summarizing content, his friend wrote a ton of questions for himself and repeatedly went over them during revision. This active recall-based method helped him master subjects inside out.
"Active Recall" - The Key to Effective Learning "Active recall" is the principle behind the study method discussed in this video. It involves testing oneself on information rather than simply rereading or making notes. Numerous studies have shown that actively retrieving information from memory significantly improves learning and retention compared to other techniques like rereading or note-taking.
Active Learning with Brilliant Brilliant offers problem-solving courses in various subjects like maths, physics, and computer science. They teach you the basics of a topic and then challenge you to solve problems related to it. This method is similar to how education works at universities like Oxford and Cambridge.
'Aseyd's Method' for Effective Studying 'Aseyd's Method' involves converting lecture notes into questions and using active recall during revision. The key idea is not writing down the answers but relying on finding them in lecture notes or textbooks when needed. Color-coding helps prioritize revising unanswered questions efficiently.
Applying 'Aseyd's Method' The narrator shares their personal experience applying 'Aseyd's Method'. They use an app called Notion to write out questions from lecture notes while teaching physiology. Instead of memorizing information, they focus on answering only unfamiliar or challenging questions by referring back to the relevant materials.
Effective Study Techniques The speaker discusses their method of active recall for studying. They use screen grabs from lecture notes to create study materials in Notion. The key is to understand the content and not just memorize facts.
"RA to LA" - Understanding Fetal Circulation "RA to LA because fetal lungs don't work" is a note taken by the speaker, but it requires more context for understanding. Note-taking involves compressing information, so going back to textbooks or lecture notes helps with comprehension.
Active Recall: Testing Yourself for Exam Success The speaker explains how testing oneself through active recall can lead to better exam performance. Instead of writing extensive notes, they recommend creating questions and answering them as a way of solidifying knowledge.