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What are flashcards?Flashcards are small note cards used for testing and improving memory through practiced information retrieval. Flashcards are typically two-sided, with the prompt on one side and the information about the prompt on the other. This may include names, vocabulary, concepts, or procedures. For example, one side of the card may say, “Augusta”, and the other side, “The capital of Maine”. Usually there are several flashcards that, as a group, represent a category of information you’re trying to remember, learn, and master. What are the benefits?Using flashcards can be a very effective self-testing approach. Even the act of making flashcards is a way to “work” the information, challenging you to think about which information to have on one side and the related description on the other. This also frees up some memory, since you will have a physical stack of cards with the information instead of trying to store individual facts, names, or terms in your mind. Flashcards are often part of spaced practice, and repetition helps you figure out what information you can remember easily and what needs additional effort. From a time management perspective, flashcards allow you to take advantage of short amounts of time that become available throughout the day or week, in addition to during planned study sessions. How do I use this approach?Traditional use of flashcards is for memorization only. It is important to use the flashcards multiple times. Just like the first time you review any relatively new information, the first time you use the flashcards may be a bit overwhelming or frustrating because of the “forgetting” that has occurred. Here’s the good news: with repetition, you will remember more and more, therefore forgetting less and less. The “forgetting curve” levels out, and the learning becomes “durable”. (Essentially, this means you will remember the information long term!) While there is some value to remembering key terms and other information, it’s important to remember that in college there is far less memorization than in high school, as learners need to be able to apply and make meaning of information. Below are the steps to create your flashcards, along with approaches to test memory and make meaning of the information as you go along. If you're looking for more information on one specific strategy, click on the name below to jump to that portion of the page. We encourage you, however, to read all of the information below.
Making Flashcards
Memorizing Individual Cards
Making Meaning
Are there any related technologies?There are several websites that can be used to create flashcards. In addition to making physical cards, you also may choose to use a platform to make virtual cards. If you are taking a group approach, you can use Google Docs to construct the cards together. There are also apps (such as Quizlet or StudyBlue) for use on smartphones, which can be very convenient for accessing your flashcards from anywhere. Where can I get more information?CollegeInfoGeek offers a video on flashcard study tips. What are the 5 parts of research?There are five MAJOR parts of a Research Report:. Introduction.. Review of Literature.. Methods.. Results.. Discussion.. What is the part of chapter 2 in research?Review of Selected/Related Literature (and Research) The purpose of Chapter 2 is to provide the reader with a comprehensive review of the literature related to the problem under investigation. The review of related literature should greatly expand upon the introduction and background information presented in Chapter 1.
Which part of the research paper determines the coverage of the study and all the things that will not be covered in order to be specific?5. Scope and Limitations of the Study – determines the coverage of the study and all the things that it will not cover in order to be specific.
Which part of the research paper deals with identifying who will benefit from the research?Rather than just identifying 'beneficiaries', a stakeholder analysis seeks to identify people, organisations or groups who may be either positively or negatively affected by your research.
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