Subject Analysis

Before diving deep into a new subject, it’s useful to spend some time analyzing it. Take the time to learn the basics of the subject before moving onto more complex concepts. Analyze the topic and identify the key concepts, facts, procedures, and specialized terminology that need to be learned.

Concepts can be best understood by reviewing them from different angles, trying them out in different environments, and teaching them to others. On the other hand, facts need to be committed to memory, and procedures require hands-on practice to be learned effectively.

Different Learning Methodologies

There are different learning methodologies that work best for each type of information that needs to be learned. For example, reviewing and discussing concepts from different angles, trying them out in different environments, writing about them, and teaching them to others can help understand and remember concepts better. Memorization techniques such as the keyword memory palace, spaced repetition, and flashcards are effective for remembering facts and specialized terminology.

Memorization Techniques

Memorization techniques such as the keyword memory palace, spaced repetition, and flashcards can be effective for remembering facts and specialized terminology. Flashcards are a popular way to implement these techniques. They allow you to question yourself and test your knowledge. There are many flashcard applications available, such as ANQI and Kindle’s flashcards, that help optimize the cards based on your performance.

If you’re studying a topic in which terminology plays a big role, consider writing down key terminology while you study and putting them into flashcard applications for rehearsal.

Learning by Doing

Learning by doing is one of the most effective ways to learn procedures and hands-on skills. Facing challenges and practicing hands-on reveals weak concepts and poor understanding of the facts. Hands-on learning makes the concepts and facts stick and makes learning meaningful. Without hands-on skills, the facts are meaningless, and the concepts are full of holes.