[itzme]

Hello everyone!

I realised that I cannot concentrate when going thorugh a textbook or revision guide to study for chemistry.

I watch videos instead on youtube (I find one that is clear for me for a particular topic).

Does this have the same effect as using a written source? Or do I have to use a revision guide no matter what?



What I do:
- I watch and concentrate, then I try to write a paragraph to summarise the video. Then I answer some questions on the topic to test my knowledge


But because it is 'too relaxed', it seems to me that it is not proper revision.




Your opinion?

Thanks.

[Fishbulb25]

I write science songs and I've found they come in handy. If i'm lucky, questions to do with my songs come up and I can just sing the answers in my head.

I used to think I had to write notes to revise, but that really doesn't help me... Past papers and exam-style questions are the key! Do whatever works best for you.

[alj123]

(Original post by itzme)
Hello everyone!

I realised that I cannot concentrate when going thorugh a textbook or revision guide to study for chemistry.

I watch videos instead on youtube (I find one that is clear for me for a particular topic).

Does this have the same effect as using a written source? Or do I have to use a revision guide no matter what?



What I do:
- I watch and concentrate, then I try to write a paragraph to summarise the video. Then I answer some questions on the topic to test my knowledge


But because it is 'too relaxed', it seems to me that it is not proper revision.




Your opinion?

Thanks.

I watch videos, but I write notes down as I am watching which is helpful. It's fine to watch videos but just make sure you revise everything you need, or search for the things it talks about in the text books