Studying for Exams: Crash Course Study Skills #7

[@haileyhart7984]

Date of the test: Today. Time of the test: Half an hour. Studying Strategy: Watch videos on how to study.

[@kennasandoval6659]

phat mood

[@TheRealCATM]

Me right now ah forensics is fun

[@5rahma]

Me 1 week before my finals: *watches this video* the guy: "so y'all have to plan your studying schedule 3-4 weeks in advan--" Me: *closes laptop*

[@breadman32398]

reminds me why i like math and engineering courses better. it's less about memorizing random facts and more about learning techniques and steps to solve problems.

[@Mango-de8xk]

Math is easier for me to study because it’s just practice

[@Eternalmars1]

Puke! Math is terrible in college. Im taking my anatomy and microbiology classes and all you have to do are learn the terms and their functions and when you learn them all its like you can see an entire picture painted and how every aspect works with another. Math is boring for me

[@rdcyoutubediary]

To me, I don't know how to review Math on my own. Hahaha. So sad for me.

[@SpoopyAction]

Illuminatilogy I’m the exact opposite lol. Heading into my third year of college and I’m a Physics Major and Math Minor. I find math so much more enjoyable and rewarding than other subjects. Physics is especially rewarding since often times the problem you’re working isn’t fully setup for you like in math. You’re given the foundations of the situation, to which you apply your knowledge of physics to construct your path to the answer, and use your knowledge of math to follow that path. Other subjects (chemistry especially) typically setup the entire problem for you and you then use a single equation to solve. I’m a rare breed of human: physicist. Happy studying!

[@tokaaziz8741]

Video summary 1.make a schedule including your imp dates. 2.get info about exam and get the past exams. 3.try studying in class. 4.recall/quiz yourself. 5.make flash cards esp douple sided. 6.spend more time practising. 7.ask yourself what u dont understand before asking the prof. 8.make cheat cards. 9.take breaks.

[@rea8585]

Talking to a duck would get us smarter? That's why I love this channel.

[@artesiningart4961]

not just to a duck but maybe to anything or anyone , maybe 'cause this can help you recall ideas and process those ideas into a kind of storytelling or talking as if you're explaining your solution to a problem or telling about what codes you used, which in turn will help you figure process one by one those solutions and codes to finally figure out where the error is. This is especially used with problems or tests that require solutions and problem solving instead of recalling terms. It can also be applied in writing essays. I usually do it with math, though I don't always get the answer all right, at least I understood some and figured out answers especially to those I got stuck with. I use it all the time with essays and it works for me and got me winning some essay writing contests in school and having perfect ratings in essays for history classes. :) It's like you're teaching someone else, explaining to someone else, or explaining the solutions (for formula-based problems like math) and the words used, the content, context, and organization of ideas (for word-based problems like essays) to another entity.

[@RottingDragon]

HOW DID YOU KNOW I HAD A MATH ASSIGNMENT DUE TOMORROW AND THAT I'M PLANNING ON PLAYING OVERWATCH INSTEAD?!

[@EibeMandel]

Regicidal Maniac me too, exam tomorrow but JUNKER TOWN

[@Filippirgos]

Exam next friday, only 500 pages to learn, there's still time... Tomorrow I start studying

[@obrien92]

Get to it kid! It's a sign!

[@dankmemes-su5fk]

Don't worry I have the skin

[@saraangel6696]

New merc ult! Changes to dva! Junkertown! Urghhhhhhh! Why is studying so hard??

[@chicanaeducada916]

I wasn’t expecting Thomas to be in a crash course video. It just shows how much he’s progressed aside from his own channel. Proud of you Tom!!

[@elonchan4883]

AND THE FACT THAT YOU ARE WEARING ONE OF HANK GREEN'S SHIRTS MAKES YOU A LOT MORE TRUSTWORTHY...

[@ContinualImprovement]

Never trust stairs as they're usually up to something.

[@TheInforium]

i warned you about stairs bro

[@TabinaKamal]

wow

[@aryavasa1109]

I see stairs as hysterical and down to earth.

[@sky_lerwrites1373]

i have exams in 4 days, this is probably the earliest ive actually started studying

[@Pinkchoclatemad]

Why am i watching this a day before my exam

[@sidzilpe9391]

Pinkchoclatemad Me too

[@ZohaibAli-ce6fd]

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[@honeyytqles8006]

Me too

[@ZohaibAli-ce6fd]

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[@RebeccaJ720]

Pinkchoclatemad LOL me too

[@kkilinahe]

that opening was an a+ burn at pretty much every popular youtuber lmao

[@argo_12]

Woah! I was gonna click this to see someone else's different views on this rather than Thomas in his old video but he's here! You can't escape the master of studying skills.

[@athomassen3980]

Crash Course Gods please save me from procrastination

[@daraiekana2688]

see number 6 dude

[@daraiekana2688]

Number 6th video on how to study

[@choccopudin]

These are good tips! Unfortunelly we don't have a syllabus and the teachers aren't allowed to tell their students how the exam will be. Despite that, the rest are good for my next chem exam :)

[@harm3825]

Cesar's Salad good luck 👍

[@choccopudin]

Harm Aouke Haaijer Thank you! :)

[@whiteflagstoo]

i think in lower level schools you are expected to learn how things are by experiencing. If there is a test or two every week then eventually you will have to plan on it. Colleges at least have syllabuses, so surprises are rarer.

[@choccopudin]

whiteflagstoo I'm not in college yet and the quemestry teacher changes the way the practices are so they could be a total surprise. My situation is kinda weird but I really, really apreciate your comment since at least there's hope that the no-syllabus situation will be over soon :)

[@Anayaah421]

This.

[@JDraper]

This has fast become my favourite current CrashCourse series- even though I'm long since out of school.

[@LifeWithZoeee]

Who else is watching this to procrastinate studying? 🙋😂

[@alexsonny]

damn it !

[@cain3963]

Zoë Tauxe me lmao

[@elon.2193]

I have seen this comment on every video on this series and I feel it is my duty to say that this comment IS NOT FUNNY AND OVERUSED. Open your book instead of typing such useless comments. I use his tips in my study schedules and don't just sit around watching his videos to fool myself. I used to fool myself. Now I don't. You can change too. What helped me the most was the Pomodoro Technique and realising it all comes down to habits.

[@LifeWithZoeee]

Elliot Alderson I use his tips too. That's why I watch these videos. I use Crash Course all the time to help me study. I'm sure most of us here watching these videos are good students who actually study and care about learning - otherwise we wouldn't be spending our time watching educational videos. Sorry if you didn't like my comment - it was meant to be humorous and lighthearted.

[@MrClague]

Zoë Tauxe (your comment is perfectly fine BTW)

[@MrDylan2125]

Rubber Duck Debugging really works. I do it by explaining talking through my problem with my one coworker who doesn't understand what I'm doing, and it helps. Of course, he does the same with me, but it's honestly a powerful tool.

[@opalstudies432]

I LOVE CRASH COURSE STUDY SKILLS SO MUCH OH MY GOD

[@juliajuns2023]

That overwatch reference hit different... Crash course is a whole mood

[@ProcrastPerfection]

I'm 100% behind the cheat card method! I started doing this after last semester and my cards are more important than the lecture notes I've taken!

[@aurionjohnson6872]

Wow- I accidentally stumbled on this video - and even though I'm not studying for anything, these amazing tips are just as useful for structuring work schedules, outlining projects and deadlines, and even organizing hobbies. Thank you!

[@amuhiko2495]

I needed this man. Why did I see this after I took my test ;-;

[@bushrasadaf2616]

THIS IS ABSOLUTE BEST. LOVE IT WHEN YOUR FAVORITE CHANNELS COLLABORATE.

[@okextraa]

Thanks, I've got an AP Psych test about the entire nervous system on Thrusday talk about stressed

[@killer0200318]

gl bro

[@bat9856]

I needed this... Important test next week in Science!

[@nabeehasadaf1429]

thank you so much Mr.Frank i have a test tomorrow of MATHS and your videos always helps me.thanks a lot

[@roshinishanmugaraj5922]

Even though the video was uploaded four years ago, just now i came through the study skills series and i really find it to be very useful and helpful. Thank you so much Thomas Frank for making such a wonderful and helpful series. :)

[@dyjoanned.5595]

This channel help me a lot especially with my Anatomy and Physiology class..Thumbs up you guys

[@piturnah4972]

What did the librarian say to the KZbinr? Read More

[@milesmamigonian4831]

Good one.

[@codingmania8759]

hahahaa

[@bowtieproductions6708]

i actually clicked that like 3 times before getting the joke. well played. well played.

[@ContinualImprovement]

I had a chuckle at this 😂

[@Stormageddon0]

Same :P

[@jeffreyseverino4486]

I was blown away when I saw Thomas Frank on Crash Course! Such a beautiful combo! This going to help even more students work smarter and harder!

[@Guilfordust]

I like these videos because you treat important things with healthy scepticism. Like when you draw conclusions from a single study about being underwater. Keep up the good work!!?

[@Guilfordust]

Also I’m worried that you only worry about the chemical symbol for Neon is more than you care about anything non Anki-able

[@Thomasfrank]

Miles Guilford you do realize that citing one study as an example is not the same thing as drawing a conclusion from a single study, right? Context-dependent memory is well established in psychology; using one vivid example is a good way at introducing it in a 9-minute video where it's a single tip.

[@Guilfordust]

Apologies this was a little terse, I wrote it when hanry. It's TED-esque style over substance that I was protesting, "using one vivid example" is at best formulaic. What was the sample size? What was the effect size? Was it reproducible? Are there other explanations for the result? Were there (or have there consequently been) sufficiently many controls to isolate which variables were truly explanatory? The G&B result is not a good one to cite for dozens of reasons; perhaps there's a tension between wanting to teach good study skills (incl. citing good sources responsibly) and conveying them in a memorable way - my view was that that example is far too much of the latter than the former. If you use scientific findings to try to lend legitimacy to your argument, it's wise to use robust results. My concern is that hiding behind psuedoscience and potentially spreading pop science misinformation (see the Kahneman priming stuff recently ... he took the criticism seriously) may cause more harm than good for CrashCourse in the long run.

[@bujin1977]

Wish I had the benefit of these videos when I was in school. No one ever taught us *how* to study so many of us got it wrong! My method, right up to degree level, was to progressively write out all my notes in smaller and smaller forms until I could fit it all onto 1 sheet of paper. And usually no more than about 2 days before the exam. It's quite amazing that I actually passed!

[@OfficialPrettyLittleLiars]

It really bugs me that they picked someone so attractive to help me study. I need to rewatch the video about focusing

[@TheMartingato]

Thomas Frank in Crash course!!! Wasn't expecting it, made my day! XD

[@eashaangodbole5410]

One of my teachers introduced us to the concept of 'Minimum memory Requirement' (MMRs), which sort of resemble the 'cheat-cards' in this video, though they were more permanent.

[@QueenZsWorld]

Thank you so much. My exams are this Friday and I needed this advice. I'm going to make a study schedule for today.

[@evergreenflame849]

Thank you, this gave me motivation. It is really amazing what you guys are doing! I watch your videos not only for studying, but because they are really interesting, and I learn a lot. Thank you

[@Lauren_210]

I have two exams coming up next week! Social cognition on Tuesday and Cognitive Psychology Wednesday. This is helpful. 🙂🙃

[@Danielevans2]

THAT PRE INTRO MONOLOGUE GOT ME CRYING!! 😂😂

[@halogenn_]

Im here because despite studying like a maniac I flunked like half my test and have had better grades in my last semester where I studied a day or two before exams.

[@yugshah9313]

Wtf!! Thomas frank joined crash course!! 😱😨😨 Biggest news of the week!! I am stunned and astonished but it's a great collaboration!! Way to go Thomas!!

[@abhiramiprabakar7067]

I have my Auditing exam in 15.5 hours... This is so helpful. Thankyou

[@Jvzz_]

this is so perfect cuz my exams are in 2 weeks at the end of January, i'll make a schedule now and get right to studying

[@zacherylouis8660]

This is incredibly helpful considering I have a test this Friday that I have no idea how hard it's going to be, but now I have a better idea for how to prepare for it. Going to start right now.

[@francescakyanda9182]

Lord Thomas I just registered to take the PSAT and happeneed to check my phone and there was your video! Keep up the good timing!

[@angelapanis]

I am so excited I did not know Thomas frank is in crash course, my two favourite channels##

[@heykyu5892]

Teacher just gave us a syllabus study guide for biology, like "Candidates should be able to define ...., explain...., name....." , so I'm going to make flash cards for every content-based question in the study guide. My o levels is in one month so I will update here if this actually helped me in the exam!

[@Annika-JL]

This series is really helpful. Thank you Crash Course!

[@raganosteen2614]

Great series of videos! I will be sharing them with my high school students.

[@Kat-uf4xf]

This is the best series

[@my-crazy-fantastic-fanatic]

One minute in... 'Where was I when our teach had taught this to us in class?" One day in... *nods off till her head hits the table* I CAN'T, UGH, NO MORE PHYSICS IN MY LIFE! 1 eternity of bawling later... *video shows up in the recommendations* GOD BLESS KZbin! *Immediately clicks on the video* "Um, I swear I'm not procrastinating.." *crosses her fingers behind her back*

[@krisyeyint5265]

Omg! Thomas Frank on CrashCourse! Wohoo!

[@vrlakshmi9896]

Wearing one of hank greens shirts ! Loved that

[@martianmo9386]

I usually watch videos at 1.5 speed, but had to put it back to normal for this.

[@HexerPsy]

So glad I didnt have to put in that much effort xD In college we got a weekly list of material to be covered and home work tasks, which had to be done partly ahead of the class, and some afterwards. Doing the work ahead of time, paying attention in class (being active, taking notes, paying attention, practice, etc) and then finishing up the homework... It meant that I could: 3 days to go - Read through all material (mostly text books) 2 days to go - focus on gaps in knowledge and scanning through assignments 1 day to go - focus on the difficult section and remaining gaps testing day - not study at all, just rest and be calm and collected for the test :) Common sense was my best buddy during test, and I hardly failed any of them :D

[@crazywriterchic]

best crash course series ever

[@sum1834]

PERFECT TIMING I HAVE A TEST TOMARROW |^•^|

[@rahmahmohamed1598]

this is the miracle i needed!!!!! i love crashcourse

[@mr.boomguy]

I'm up for a driver test exam in a few weeks. I think I could use these tips too here

[@شمسالأمل-غ1ش]

Tomas thank you for the informations and the great work ❤ you helped me 💪

[@MrTommy4000]

thomas

[@شمسالأمل-غ1ش]

sorry i am bad in English

[@MrTommy4000]

me 2oo

[@شمسالأمل-غ1ش]

me 3

[@springonion8124]

What the hell, America? Index cards in tests, study guides, practice tests?? Y'all have it easy.

[@alterego6426]

Most public school don't let you use anything on the test and study guides are usually made by students for themselves. We do get the luxury of practice tests though so that's pretty rad

[@Anayaah421]

Ifkr? I'm Asian and I'm dying

[@airbudrocks5348]

We rarely use index cards in tests. Most teachers give study guides. We only have practice tests for the AP exam

[@allensnea9335]

I’m in grade 8 and this is our last year with a cheat sheet.

[@andarted]

I really enjoy the OG nerd jokes in this series. Like at 6:03, the text on the monitor is the beginning from Zork.

[@dominique7784]

I’m watching this after New Years so I can start being efficient when studying !

[@Kdlbeautybabe]

you guys should make a series for law students!! :)

[@shakespearaamina9117]

You are amazing indeed! Thanks

[@brandm5176]

Cheat card is good way. First learn concept then write it down. Then without seeing write down that question's answer or concept. Recalling is the key. Be perfect even if it takes time and just skimming.

[@shouryanaik2622]

How perfect timing! I just gave my last mid term test today! 😂

[@potatome9913]

I need this. I'll pass my baccalaureat test in 2018.. Wish me luck !

[@polinarh.7112]

Potato Me Good luck!

[@samanthafernandes3902]

good luck!

[@morne.bester]

I think it would be quite cool if you guys starting going into music. E.g. CC Guitar or CC Music theory

[@alpenglowup]

Morné Bester Music Theory would be awesome!!

[@smarkosyan]

real helpful wish i watched it a few weeks ago rather than a day before my first exam

[@quillingwithhajra8252]

Can you please give us tips on how to study history.

[@alltimezephanie]

This was uploaded on my birthday yayy!

[@VampireTheory]

Oh man I just graduated this summer but I might need this in the future if I decide to go to university

[@hrck-qt7hn]

3:26 We should study underwater,

[@colezimmerman107]

But Mr Frank, the new patch for Overwatch is out today! There's Junkertown, the new character changes... can't school wait?

[@kevjumbaz]

Adding on to the not studying portion - sleep should be placed as a priority as well.

[@darkmage07070777]

I know that this is primarily for school, but would it be possible to have an episode devoted to studying for professional credentials (certifications and the like)? Would be nice to have any differences between school and non-school study techniques showcased.

[@코린키에샤]

I have a exam this upcoming week and im pretty much lucky,our teacher uses our testpaper for the test for quizzes and when the test comes,she gives us the test that we used for quizzes. I use pomodoro technique,which is studying in blocks (25 study mins and 5 mins break) but the problem i really have to fix is procrastinating. Sigh,i guess imma watch other videos. Good luck to anyone with test/quiz/exam!

[@tripleammy7485]

I would have loved to hear more about vocal exams, but that's really the ones that are most difficult for me.

[@nerdygirl7383]

This is great but I thought of this other idea, can we have a public speaking series. Whether you're in the class or not it's difficult to communicate orally, the nerves and all. So I feel a video on that would be really cool. Also my entire school loves crash course.

[@uneek35]

Rubber ducking sounds like a great idea. Good advice for those of us that love explain thing to people.

[@ariannemanalo1399]

THANK GOD! This vid is very timely, coz I have exams tomorrow

[@ndombologique]

Lol! The shade (to himself) in the intro hahahha

[@Darcopz]

Perfect timing. I have an exam tomorrow

[@funnyunboxing4160]

I love this crash course ...☺

[@kkn_d7194]

love the intro lot.... they really should make an animation series with it ...

[@argella1300]

I've also seen a trick where you chew gum or suck on breath mints or hard candy while you study and chew that same gum or suck on the same breath mints/hard candy when you take the test. Also, if you're doing a timed multiple choice math exam, just plug all the given answer choices into the equation to see if they work. This is most effective with algebra, but it can work for other math too.

[@Jvzz_]

i never have mutiple choice on a math test, its only problems

[@atlaswar2425]

That self inflicted stab at the beginning... ooof

[@kit2250]

THANK YOU FOR THE RUBBER DUCKY AND CHEAT CARD💳

[@javiernavarro1908]

Awesome! Just in time for my test :)

[@angelvega2937]

What if some of your teachers hate your classroom and puts surprise exams that are worth 40% of your note? That happened to me last week...

[@velindagarcia6498]

Angel Then your teachers aren't teacher, they're children torturing demons. 😲😖😭😵😈

[@Hannah-cd3uy]

This is great thanks 👍🏻

[@kyliemcknight1206]

Omg the good old “cheat card!” I only had one professor out of the 30-40 or so professors I’ve had that let us make & use them for exams!! We had no limits on size of the index card, but it had to be an index card & I think we could only write on the lined side... needless to say I bought the largest sized index cards I could find lol 😂 it was my interpersonal communication course, & having that “cheat card” was an absolute life saver!! I wish more professors would allow this tool, even if only for a fraction of the allotted time given for completing the exam!!

[@daniellaoseni3404]

THIS IS AMAZING

[@nydea4realbaby]

I'm procrastinating now...

[@benaaronmusic]

This is so helpful.

[@amybezuidenhout8129]

I love crash course

[@boiledfrog5739]

working on IELTS academic :)trying to increase my vocabulary.

[@SrushtSyamand-qw9pz]

Ty watching this in 2024 .