Effective Exam Study with Spaced Repetition π
Learn evidence-based revision tips using spaced repetition to boost exam success. Discover top productivity apps for better study habits.

Ali Abdaal
2.2M views β’ Apr 9, 2018

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Today weβre 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
π PLEASE WATCH THIS VIDEO FIRST - [How to study for exams - Evidence-based revision tips - YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukLnPbIffxE)
π¬ Check out my FREE 36-video online class on how to study for exams - https://skl.sh/2UOx68x
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 - Aliβs 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 donβt like revision timetables
23:23 - Summary + closing remarks
π LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO
1. [Improving Studentsβ 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)
PS: I donate 10% of my income to charity every year. Would you like to join me? Learn more about the 10% Pledge: https://aliabdaal.com/giving-what-we-can/
π Momentum: Energising Habits (iOS) - Download Here β https://go.sparkle.so/momentum/ytd
π» Voicepal: AI Writing App (iOS/Android) - Download for Free β https://go.aliabdaal.com/voicepal/ytd
MY BOOK
π My New York Times bestselling book Feel-Good Productivity (2,000+ 5-star reviews) https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/a...
MY COURSES
πΒ Build a $100k/year lifestyle business without quitting your day job β https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifestylebusinessytd
π§ My Productivity System: LifeOS β https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifeos/ytd
π€ Grow / Monetise your YouTube Channel β https://go.aliabdaal.com/PTYA/yt
CONNECT WITH ME
π Join LifeNotes, my weekly email where I share what Iβm reading & learning: https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/yt
πΈ Instagram: https://instagram.com/aliabdaal
π¨π» Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ali-abdaal/
π My website / blog: https://www.aliabdaal.com/
------------
Today weβre 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
π PLEASE WATCH THIS VIDEO FIRST - [How to study for exams - Evidence-based revision tips - YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukLnPbIffxE)
π¬ Check out my FREE 36-video online class on how to study for exams - https://skl.sh/2UOx68x
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 - Aliβs 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 donβt like revision timetables
23:23 - Summary + closing remarks
π LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO
1. [Improving Studentsβ 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)
PS: I donate 10% of my income to charity every year. Would you like to join me? Learn more about the 10% Pledge: https://aliabdaal.com/giving-what-we-can/
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