Flashcards as a tool for learning

Flashcards are a simple but extremely effective tool for learning. In practice, they are based on a clue and the information attached to it. Whether it is a physical cards or a digital application, the principle is the same:

1. Write a hint or question on the other side of the card
2. Write the definition or answer on the other side
3. When revising your material, read only the clue and try to recall the information on the other side of the card based on the cue
4. If you know the answer, put th