Study LESS, Study SMART – What I Wish I Knew in College

Study Smarter, Not Harder. The gap between you and better grades isn't your intelligence - it's your study habits. Here are all the study tips and tricks I learned in medical school, that I wish I was using as a college student.

Learn how to study smarter and more efficiently, which translates to better grades and more free time for the things you enjoy. This video will help you improve your grades and have you spend less time studying!

In medical school you are forced to learn information at a faster pace than in undergrad. These are the various strategies that helped me study more effectively and efficiently, and what I wish I knew during undergrad as a premed student. Life would have been much easier and I would have had more time to do other things if I knew these study tricks earlier.

Active vs Passive learning
Learning Environment
How to obtain information from lectures and textbooks
How to review information
Memorization techniques

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Disclaimer: Content of this video is my opinion and does not constitute medical advice. The content and associated links provide general information for general educational purposes only. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Kevin Jubbal, M.D. and Med School Insiders LLC will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death.

[kauigirl]

Who's here but should be studying.

[shibuyami]

*Active Learning:*
1. Identify
2. Organize
3. Memorize
4. Apply

*Environment:*
1. Location
2. Group vs. Solo (Groups need to be small.)
3. Routine vs Novel Stimuli
4. Timing (Pomodoro Technique is effective)
5. Obtaining Information

*Options in approving methods*
1. Writing vs Typing (Writing improves recall.)
2. Lecture vs. Podcast
3. Rewatching Lectures is a waste of time.
4. Textbooks (Summarize what you read into your own words.)

Memorization ending.

[Alex-zefy]

Spending all my study hours watching vidoes on how to study less

[JN-jxnx]

"Rewatching isn't gonna help"


Me: *adds the vid into 'Watch later' to review the info again*

[SK-tpgq]

As a student of straight A+’s
I’d like to share some studying tips that has worked for me:

1- Take the right methods of studying that WORKS BEST for you! For example: the things that have been mentioned on this video DON’T necessarily mean that it should work for you too. Take what works for you and you’ll reach that level of confidence of your work.

2- prioritize the hard subjects for studying . If you think that you want to put much time on math for example because math’s professor is a hard nut or the subject itself is a little bit harder than history or literature then try to “daily reviewing” math lectures so you don’t forget the informations and help you speed up the studying time of exam and get better marks. Remember: you dont need to daily review history or literature! As i said JUST PRIORITIZE the hard subjects and give them much more time than other subjects.

3- like what mentioned in the video, if you find yourself with tons of informations that you need to memorize PLEASE GIVE YOURSELF A FAVOR AND SUMMARIZE THEM IN YOUR OWN WORDS! take A4 papers and draw some diagrams or lists of the informations. Don’t throw all the information in the summery paper just the things that you think they’re important or if you’re not sure what is important exactly (this case is for the hard nut professor that thinks every word is important and always surprise you with his/her questions) don’t worry just write them down BUT in a more organized way with diagrams and less filling words.

4- put highlighted stars on the Points that you think you’ll forget or would come up in the exam so you can quickly check them right before the exam. DON’T highlight EVERYTHING PLEASE because you’ll distract yourself rather than focusing on the important things.

5- ATTEND THE LECTURES. yes you might think that you’re in 2018 and you can rely on technology but there are key factors in attending like asking questions right when you need them. Writing down the important notes that won’t be mentioned in recorded lectures. Like important points that would come up in the exam or any other notes that’ll help you with studying.

6- study according to the teacher’s way of writing questions. For example, if your teacher likes detailed informations in a form of multiple choice questions then remember that while you’re studying and highlight the points on your lecture so you can review them right before exams. Try to analyze his/her way of writing the questions and study according to that! This is A KEY TIP for whoever wants to get the best results in his grades. If its you first exam and you don’t know about your teacher’s way of writing the Q’s then just ask them! Do they prefer multiple choice Q’s, essay questions or case question and its reason answer? Just ask.

Back to number 1 Do what works for you! try some of the video & comment tips. Wish you the best luck❤️

[iFkNxLegend]

I found your channel two years ago and applied the study techniques you explained. During the summer I graduated from university with a masters in engineering receiving first class honours. I wanted to thank you for making this information easily accessible in one place. To anyone reading this, these techniques work and I highly recommend you integrate them into your learning.

[daaayumsun]

I study 5 mins and take a 25 mins break..

[kopkevin]

I am the type of person who scared that i will left out the detail information by picking out just an important ones. How do you know which information to keep and which one to left out?

[katie-kbqd]

Something I do that really helps me is that I help tutor my friend who struggles in some classes, and teaching someone else actually helps me remember and learn the material I have.

[meli-cruz]

0:47 Active and passive learning
2:20 Environment
4:48 Obtaining Info
8:27 Memorización

[ShyBandGeek]

Throughout high school, university, and onwards, I’ve always had good grades without studying and relied heavily on cramming/procrastination.
This is a horrible way to live and I do not recommend it at all. I feel like I’ve forgotten everything I was supposed to learn, and even my gpa is high, it doesn’t reflect my actual knowledge.
Grades don’t mean a thing and I’m the living embodiment of that. Don’t be like me.
I’m currently working on fixing my bad habits so that I can do well in grad school and use what I learn to help people. It’s a tough journey ahead.

[llovely]

Thank you for the share! As an A+ student, here's what works for me:


1) Prepare:
Read the chapter, make pre-class notes, and come prepared to lecture with questions and insights


2) Attend Lecture:
This is so vital for not just learning but also reinforcing the material, in addition to an opportunity to form study groups. Also, you can speak to your professor after class (if time permits) to ask any lingering questions or obtain clarity on concepts and seek additional resources. During the lecture, I type all of my notes because it allows me more time to actually think about what is being said. I actively follow up by finding pictures on the internet (or drawing them later) to connect to the concepts (and edit accordingly later).


3) Review:
Revise what you have learned. After lecture, I would take my in-class notes from my laptop and summarize them in written form on my iPad, adding/drawing more pictures to illustrate the concepts. The summarized sheets are also what I use for studying for exams. While I review my notes, I like to teach the concepts to fellow classmates, friends, family and review the info as much as possible. A little bit every day goes a long way. You can even review just thinking about it, while walking, waiting on line, even while helping your mom tidy up or brewing that 7th cup of tea :)


Lastly, I prefer to study mostly solo in my room at my desk, usually in silence, except when I am watching videos that further explain the info. I find cafes and libraries too loud or distracting, and appreciate the calm of my home office, where I can easily reference any of the books on my shelf and break into a downward dog anytime.


*One thing not mentioned was the timing of studying. I tend to recall best if I study at night. I also like to review first thing in the morning. This has worked out best for me, but find what works for you. Always remember, you won't be able to learn well if you aren't taking care of your health. Do set up a healthy sleep routine, stay hydrated, eat well, and engage in regular exercise.


**Fun Tip: It's good to vigorously exercise before an exam because the rush of blood improves recall via oxygenation and can help settle nerves with mood-enhancing endorphins. So rather than cramming, contemplate what you have learned on your run to the test. And Best of Luck!


Dr. Jubbal, can you please make a video of how you approach textbooks? For example, what is your initial approach? Do you read every word or simply skim the key points? Thank you for an awesome video. I am going to get back to studying now lols.

[cristina]

Im going to pretend that my kitten is listening to me and teach her chemistry. Hope this works

[emineaydogdu]

In this video, you are giving literally the best tips anyone can give about efficiency. I am currently in 2. year of medical school and following your advices, my exam results increased dramatically. Thank you

[flameretardant]

My most effective thing I did was make my own quizzes - I'd read through a textbook & simultaneously type my own questions based off what I thought was important. Later on (close to test day), I'd just do my own quizzes to review. Maintained a 4.0 taking 24 credits a semester this way when a full credit-load was 12-credits & the "maximum" allowed was 18-credits.

[sometimesitslonely]

One thing to point, don't just study cause you have to, study because you want to. Studying with curiosity will help you. Don't think why are you doing this! Think about atleast you are knowing something. Great video, I love it

[lanadelbae]

I thought that this school year I'd study on time. It's still not too late to start. I hope I won't be lazy this year. Wish me luck everyone!

[boombaoppaya_]

Do not use line paper but use a plain sheet of paper because it gives you more flexibility when note taking.

[ineselb]

My notes on Med School Insiders’s « Study LESS, Study SMART » video:
1/ Active vs Passive Learning
Passive learning > more comfortable
Active learning > more effective
Steps to active learning:
A. Identify important infos
B. Organize things based on how you understand it
C. Memorize in an active way
D. Apply by practicing
2/ Environment
A. Location ( coffee shops/library vs at home )
B. Group vs Solo
group > slower but motivating: need to be small (1/2 ppl) to avoid distractions, teach what you’ve learned
C. Routine vs Novel Stimuli
Novel Stimuli > stimulies you to be productive by varying the location, ppl, study technique ...
Routine > avoid procrastination
D. Timing
Pomodoro technique ( 25 min / 5 min breaks )
3/ Obtaining information
A. Writing vs Typing your Notes
Typing your Notes > passive
Writing > improves recall, makes you focus on important parts
B. Lecture vs Podcast
Lecture > routine + surrounded by ppl = encourages you to be engaged / productive
Podcast > flexibility to watch whenever you want + ability to speed up the video
C. Rewatching lectures
Rewatching them = waste of time > passive
Time is better spent reviewing notes and doing active learning
D. Textbooks
Reviewing them > passive
Active way to use them = summarize what you read into your own words > improves your recall
4/ memorization
A. Summary sheets
Summarize infos, condense, restructure and extract essential points > active learning
B. Spaced repetition
Increase time between reviews, a lot of scheduling so needs an app ( Anki )
Flashcards > recalling infos > similar to test’s questions

[fathimask]

I am actually following most of these techniques. I hope i will clear my pre med exam this year inshallah.