How to study for technical courses

[ac90]

what are some methods used by talented students in technical courses that get good grades? I always hear its as simple as reading the textbook and then doing problems. However, i find if you don't understand the theory well enough practicing will be very difficult. Is there a way to study more efficiently? I find when solving problems myself, i need a similar problem to follow. I have difficulty thinking through the problem. It may be due to my passive approach but i don't know how to be more active

 

[yenchin]

what are some methods used by talented students in technical courses that get good grades? I always hear its as simple as reading the textbook and then doing problems. However, i find if you don't understand the theory well enough practicing will be very difficult. Is there a way to study more efficiently? I find when solving problems myself, i need a similar problem to follow. I have difficulty thinking through the problem. It may be due to my passive approach but i don't know how to be more active

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