Effective Exam Study with Spaced Repetition πŸ“š

Learn evidence-based revision tips using spaced repetition to boost exam success. Discover top productivity apps for better study habits.

Effective Exam Study with Spaced Repetition πŸ“š
Ali Abdaal
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Effective Exam Study with Spaced Repetition πŸ“š

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Today we’re continuing our series about how to study for exams with scientifically-proven techniques. This video is all about spaced repetition and how to apply it to your own study routine. We talk about some of the evidence behind it, and I share my own tips for how to build your spaced repetition spreadsheet. Enjoy xx

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TIMESTAMPS
01:05 - Introduction to spaced repetition
01:41 - The forgetting curve
04:40 - Spaced repetition within the same study session
06:41 - Structuring each day of study with spaced repetition in mind
08:37 - Tips for incorporating spaced repetition into your study routine
09:35 - Anki flashcards app
10:03 - Spaced repetition in everyday life
11:39 - Ali’s magical spaced repetition spreadsheet system.
12:40 - The importance of scoping your subject
16:17 - Tips for using the magical SR system
21:09 - Why I don’t like revision timetables
23:23 - Summary + closing remarks

πŸ”— LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO

1. [Improving Students’ Learning With Effective Learning Techniques: Promising Directions From Cognitive and Educational Psychology - John Dunlosky, Katherine A. Rawson, Elizabeth J. Marsh, Mitchell J. Nathan, Daniel T. Willingham, 2013](http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/1529100612453266)
2. [Spaced retrieval: absolute spacing enhances learning regardless of relative spacing. - PubMed - NCBI](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21574747)
3. [Forgetting curve - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forgetting_curve)
4. [Anki - powerful, intelligent flashcards](https://apps.ankiweb.net)
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