Discovering Your Unique Study Style: Tips and Insights

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The discussion focuses on discovering unique study styles and the influences that shape them, particularly in subjects like science and math. Participants share their experiences with learning methods, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness in understanding what works best for them. Some mention practical influences from readings and personal experiences that have altered their study habits. Specific strategies are highlighted, such as approaching math and physics with a focus on problem-solving rather than memorization. Overall, the conversation underscores the diverse paths individuals take to enhance their learning efficiency.
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Learn their stuff?

Like what is your style for learning science/math/ or anything? Were you influenced by some book to change your learning habits? How and where did you learn to study efficiently? How do you read (active/passive)? Etc etc...


Just like to know how people find their own ways to understand stuff...


I work when I work! I do not when I do not...


I am influenced by some of the things I read... Other times I find those readings to be very practical and that the only things I really need to do is to do what I really need to do... But finding what's important to me has always been an issue... So once I establish a better sense of the self I begun to understand more...

Anyways... Any inputs?


Simply : Your study habit is ________?
It is like that because _________
 
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Usually accidently picking things up, although I can "force" myself to learn by going through problems.

It's like that because it um... is?

Either way, after visiting for prefrosh weekend, I have a feeling that's going to change.

cookiemonster
 
where you going? and why would that change?
 
The comics say it all...

http://www.cripplingdepression.com/comic.php?id=1

Start here and go until you finish.

cookiemonster
 
HA...Going to Caltech I see...
 
A few things of just general life experience changed my methods of learning

0. computer programming - always start counting at 0, not 1
1. grade 12 math - sine and cosine should be interpreted as minimum and maximum, not as triangles.
2. chemistry - if there is ever a shortcut, take it.
3. physics - don't ever remember formulas, remember how to get those formulas.
4. chemistry - don't use "common sense" to make a problem work, use proper signs in your math to make it work; if the math doesn't work out, you did something wrong.
5. computer programming - always write down information the way you would with a computer or a calculator; it's surprising how many people understand what squiggly brackets ({ }) mean.
6. physics - if the trig for a problem is too complicated, try rotating the problem
7. biology - to help remember things you can't derive, try to mention them in conversation when intoxicated.
 

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