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How do you learn new material (internet or books) for courses? Would you think that an individual would learn more efficiently using the internet instead of using books?
interested_learner said:The internet is a mile wide and an inch deep. Stick to the books.
sherlockjones said:I think the internet is better: more information and greater depth.
sherlockjones said:http://arturo.fi.infn.it/casalbuoni/barcellona.pdf
verty said:Books are usually biased; people are more likely to say biased things in a book where no opposing voices are heard, than in a public forum. Therefore I typically prefer anthologies in subjects where bias matters so that one gets different views. Of course, anthologies can also be biased, but that's what reviews are for.
guess what I meant about internet sources is any document (including books) on the internet. My argument is that one can easily say study physics, and then switch to studying probability theory. Whereas if one was studying from a physics book, and wanted to study probability theory, he would have to go buy the book or check it out from the library. So I think internet sources allow for one to learn different subjects at the same time (i.e. multi-task).
"Books are usually biased; people are more likely to say biased things in a book where no opposing voices are heard, than in a public forum. Therefore I typically prefer anthologies..."
So you would rather learn about intro mechanics from an open forum like this? Are you serious?
Being the eternal pessimist, I had a good laugh at that comment (only in the context of my schooling and profs.).ZapperZ said:If you're in school, then your school has a set of recommended/required texts. Presumably, the instructor or some committee has carefully selected the texts that are appropriate to be used for a particular class.
Online public forums less "bias" than books... How you are able to quantify something like that is beyond me.
verty said:Even though I read books, I do so near the computer so I can research when ideas are introduced or such. Or if I read something which seems implausible, I look for another explanation online.
Admittedly there doesn't seem to be a good way to quantify it because they are so different. Different people are present, books are typically a monolog, forums a 'multilog'. It is probably not legitimate to compare them out of context if there is no context they share. I therefore accept that they should not be compared.
The internet offers a vast amount of information and resources that can be accessed from anywhere at any time. It also allows for interactive learning through videos, simulations, and online courses. Additionally, the internet provides the most up-to-date information and can connect learners with experts in their field of interest.
Yes, books are still a valuable learning source. They offer in-depth and comprehensive information on a specific topic and can provide a deeper understanding of a subject. Books also do not require an internet connection, making them easily accessible to everyone.
It is essential to evaluate the credibility of a source on the internet. Look for reputable and well-known sources, check for author credentials, and cross-reference information with other sources. It is also helpful to look for peer-reviewed articles and websites ending in .edu or .gov, which are typically more reliable.
No, the internet cannot replace books entirely as a learning source. While the internet offers a vast amount of information, it is not always organized or curated in the same way as books. Books also provide a more focused and in-depth learning experience, which may be necessary for certain subjects.
The best approach is to use a combination of both books and the internet. Start by using books to gain a foundational understanding of a topic, and then use the internet to supplement and enhance your knowledge. It is also helpful to take notes and organize information from both sources to create a comprehensive understanding of the subject.