Flash Cards

Popular, but much misunderstood

Flashcards are a popular way to study, but they only really shine when you know how to use them right. They can boost your memory, make studying a more fun and allow you to take your revision out and about more easily. By learning tricks below, you can turn your study time into a way more effective and enjoyable experience.

Activities

Ask the class to vote which category they belong to. Or think about it yourself:

Discussion:

Are you a fan of Flash Cards? If so, why?
Do you have an issue with using them? What is the problem?
What are the advantages of Flash Cards in general?
What are the benefits of physical Flash Cards?
When might it be better to use online Flash Cards?
What are the risks when revising with other people's content online?
How would you know whether to trust the content? What signs can we look for?

Extension:

If you already use Flash Cards, how well developed is your use of them?

I've made flashcards using information I can trust (e.g. Knowledge Organisers, Revision Guides)
I am quizzing myself on them, or asking someone else to help me to do this (retrieval practice)
I am sorting them into an easy pile (to leave for a while) and a hard pile (to focus on)