How to study?

Dr. S. A. Rizwan, M.D.,Assistant Professor,

Department of Community Medicine,VMCHRI, Madurai

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HOW TO STUDY MBBS?

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What is the requirement to study?

• IQ?• Hard work?• Sincerity?

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Is studying MBBS difficult?

• Yes and no

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Is studying MBBS different from other subjects?

• The subject is vast and time is limited

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Managing time

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Is there a simple/single formula for studying in MBBS?

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Hard work vs. Smart work

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From where to study?

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Two aspects to learning

• Gaining knowledge• Acquiring skills

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Memorizing vs. Understanding vs. Applying

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Learning/studying

• A highly personal thing• Very contextual

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Daily or Weekend only?

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Timing of study

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Making notes vs. Bookmarking

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For Knowledge vs. For Exam

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Long term vs. Short term

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Self study vs. Combined study

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Sharing what your learn

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Sacrificing important events to study

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Dealing with frustration

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What is important? Should I study everything?

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The learning pyramid

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Should I be attentive in classes?

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Who is the best resource?

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Plan ahead and deal with emergencies

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English language difficulties

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Get an idea before the class

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Some general principles

• Learn something new daily• Small amounts of knowledge gathered over

the years matter• Don’t overestimate ur capacity to remember• Detailed study will help to get into PG easily• Repetition/revision is the name of the game

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Steps to successful time management

A. Planning time1. Looking ahead2. Making plans3. Breaking up time (Week wise & day wise)4. Setting priorities 5. Reviewing progressB. Using time6. Getting started7. Keeping going8. Taking breaks9. Knowing when to stop10. Know your own obstacles

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Example of planning ahead

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Breaking up time

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Utilizing breaks!

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Keeping distractions at bay!

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Knowing when to stop

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Reviewing your progress

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Does studying ever end?

• Lifelong activity

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THANK YOU