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Feynman's Technique
This technique encourages breaking down complicated reasoning into simple terms
Action points:
Identify the subject - brain dump everything you know
Explain it to a 12 year old - short and simple
Fill in the gaps - go back and update your notes with the items you found difficult to explain or explained in too much of a complicated manner
Organise the information and go again
This method allows you to continue learning deeply and lets the learning sink in
Usually used as a technique to learn faster or prepare for exams - it forces you to understanding the principles, creating a strong foundation where knowledge and understanding can build upon