Unleashing the Power of Learning: Physics Enthusiasts Unite!

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hi ,a newbie here, i accidentally reached here, and now i am in love :!) with PF, a great portal ( ) for physics enthusiast a lot to learn from here, kudos to behind the curtains.
i am into final year of my graduation ( ofcourse! physics). i would like to know some study techniques that u all adopt while learning. i have a bad memory i can't remember topics learned although i love learning physics. Each time i learn a new topic the past just remains a past e.g when i jump to mechanics after learning Q.M(quantum mechanics) or something other and after a gap when i reverse to Q.M then i need to scratch my head again from nil sometimes it bit frustating & u all know time factor.
so my question is how u guys/gals do ur learning. All ideas are welcome from learning derivations to solving problems etc,etc...
regards

 

[Sourabh N]

Well, I'm in first year of my undergrad, so my method is sort of crude and mot time-tested but it has been working for me till now. Whenever I study some new concept, I try to find a question in which the concept can be used. Using it i solve the problem; Now if there is any alternative method to solve it(& know that), i do it to check my first method, else I ask my seniors or profs; in this way I understand the concept(that's what my definition of understanding is). I would be pleased to get comments on my method too.

 

[Mene]

Hello! It's great to hear that you are a physics enthusiast and are enjoying learning from PF. I can definitely relate to the challenges of remembering past topics and keeping up with new ones. Here are some study techniques that I find helpful:

1. Practice, practice, practice! The more you work through problems and derivations, the more familiar you will become with the concepts and equations. It's important to not just read through material, but actually work through it yourself.

2. Make connections between different topics. Physics is a very interconnected subject, so try to see how different concepts relate to each other. This will help with memory and understanding.

3. Use visual aids and diagrams. Many physics concepts can be difficult to understand just by reading about them, so try drawing out diagrams or using simulations to visualize what is happening.

4. Collaborate with others. Group study sessions or discussing concepts with classmates can be very helpful in solidifying your understanding and remembering material.

5. Take breaks and don't overload yourself. Physics can be challenging and it's important to take breaks and not try to cram too much information in at once. Give yourself time to process and understand the material.

I hope these tips help and good luck with your studies!