Physics Study Methods: Tips for Improving Performance

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To improve performance in physics, focus on problem-solving as a core study method. Engaging with a multitude of problems is essential; attempting thousands of problems is recommended for qualifying exams. Utilize textbooks and alternative resources for different explanations when stuck. Writing out general principles can reinforce understanding. Collaboration with peers or professors can provide additional insights. Emphasize consistent practice and dedication, as mastery in physics requires time and effort. Feynman's approach suggests deeply contemplating the problem before attempting to articulate the solution.
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Hello

I'm physics, at present I am graduate student, my performance is very low, I believe that the fail is the method of study, can help me to improve my performance, please telling me how you study physics, what methods you use?, how you prepare an exam?

Thanks
 
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Problems, lot of problems. Try them, if you can't get a solution, try another... To study for your qualifying exams, you need to do a couple of thousand problems.
 
Please share their method, this help a lot of people
 
j_dirac said:
Please share their method, this help a lot of people

What method? Sit down with your text in the library and start working a problem. If you get stuck, try looking in another text for some more theory put forth in another manner. Read and write out the general principles. When you are really stuck, try talking to your professor or another student.

THe more you work problems, the better you'll get, it just takes time and effort.
 
There are method and basic tips. But since your in grad, you should no it. There's no easy methods...

Feynman's problem solving method. Read the question, think really hard then write down the answer.
 
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