Using flash cards is a very effective strategy for studying.
- Effective in quick or brief periods of time
and cost-effective in terms of time and money - “Chunked” in small packs (Rule of 7-9 items)
and convenient study tool at bus stops, on walks, in a line, etc. - Use individually, paired, or in a group
- Alternatively as a simple 3 x 5 card or a computerized program
- ...as a handy note-taking strategy
- ...as a matching game
- Increase the difficulty
by putting easy ones aside and focusing on the more difficult - Useful for a quick review
- Instead of words, use pictures, illustrations, etc.
- Take advantage of alternate learning styles and use
when
walking or pacing, talking out loud, etc. - Scatter about a room for visualized identity
or the “Method of places”
