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[PICK3]

When possible, incorporate mnemonics while studying Human Anatomy.

For example:

heart valves​

= All Patient Take Meds
A= Aortic
P= Pulmonary
T = Tricuspid
M = Mitral

Bones of the Wrist​

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Some Lovers Try Positions That They Cannot Handle

S=Scaphoid
L=Lunate
T=Triquetrum
P=Pisiform
T=Trapezium
T=Trapezoid
C=Capitate
H=Hamate

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[blueta2]

Depending on what you study, RG is only partially correct. In the more understanding-based areas of physical and some biological sciences and math, memorization is worthless. Anything that would need memorizing is given to you, even at exams. But I don't think this is representative of most areas of study.

You mention anatomy/physiology... that's mostly memorization. I can't help with that kind of thing much, as I suck at memorizing anything. Personally, knowing the Latin or Greek origins of the words helps me.

Reading the chapters before lecture can help, as you will be able to follow along during lecture easier, and devote more mental energy to understanding rather than being introduced to something completely new.

Know the profs style and preference. Do they go by the text or their own material they cover in class? What are they focusing on for the course? What is their teaching style?

Some courses focus on reading and knowing the material, and some purely on doing problems (examples of the latter would be organic chemistry and anything physics or math based). Figure out what is important to spend your study time doing.

External sources can be a big help, too. Schaum's, REA's, Cliff's, etc. You can also check online for a student solution manual if it's available for the text.

As far as how to study, everyone's different. Learn what works for you. It might take some trial and error -- don't worry, it's normal. A good book on studying would be "What Smart Students Know".

thanks Stefka's future hubby ;-)

I'll check out that book. I'm not great at memorizing but better and understand and using association.
Since there are no classes with this, I need to promt my tutor to give me more of his time.

 

[blueta2]

+1
I would have to agree with this as well, basically how I study...
If you can see the overall patterns that are developing and really understand the mechanisms... than you are good to go for life.
I love the avi...
very sexy.

Thanks

I never had a pattern of study. I was just "smarter" when I was in school 20 yrs ago and just had more stamina. Now I need to almost relearn how to learn

 

[blueta2]

When possible, incorporate mnemonics while studying Human Anatomy.

For example:

heart valves​

= All Patient Take Meds
A= Aortic
P= Pulmonary
T = Tricuspid
M = Mitral

Bones of the Wrist​

​

Some Lovers Try Positions That They Cannot Handle

S=Scaphoid
L=Lunate
T=Triquetrum
P=Pisiform
T=Trapezium
T=Trapezoid
C=Capitate
H=Hamate

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WOW, this is great! And you thought all those xannies would eat your brain...hahha

Thanks mucho amigo

 

[Stefka]

It depends, and everyone is different.

For memorization - I need to write the stuff over and over and over. So I make lists and flash cards and outlines. The writing is what keeps it in my head.

For actual understanding - I read a lot and think about the subject matter a lot and talk about the subject matter a lot. So if you can find a study friend that might be helpful. You can get each other all excited about what you're learning.

 

[Stefka]

thanks Stefka's future hubby ;-)

Dude

 

[nimbus]

try to apply what you've been taught as often as possible

 

[Smurfy]

What is the best way to study? Take notes as you read?
What is the best way to take notes?


My first course was pretty simple, now I'm taking a Human Anatomy course and I'm reading the chapters over and over and still cannot complete the exercises at the end of each chapter.

I've not studied in 20 yrs............keep in mind, I'm old

I expect Stefa and Samoth to tell me how to be a brainiac

depends on how you learn best. everyone is a little different. for me, i read and take notes and highlight information as Im reading. i have to write stuff down to get it. my reading comprehension is horrendous. which is weird, cuz IM a total genius.

 

[velvett]

Studying really is a skill. I forgot how hard it was to study. My mind was also a lot sharper 25 yrs ago.



Thanks

Give it some time it will come back.

 

[Jocques Straap]

For me, I learn best by speaking out load.

I'm assuming you have several diagrams that you are memorizing. Read each label out loud. Focus on pronouncing the word correctly. Form a sentence with the word. Say the word to your self a few times, without looking at it. Then write the word down, as you are saying it out loud. - Kinetic, Audio, Visual learning all wrapped into one!

Reading the text out loud is also very good. It makes it impossible to haze over and start scanning the words, or not paying attention.

Then, when you think you have a good understanding of the material. Try and teach someone else what you have learned.