Drew CraigSr. Agile & Product Coach| VanguardPhiladelphia, Pa, United States
I write my notes, then, once completed, type them out, print, staple as a booklet, and use as my primary source. At that point, the book becomes the reference. I take the booklet everywhere. Write notes/thoughts/connectors/questions in the pages as I study/read through.
I am a bit more visual, so I will always try to create some logical picture of what is happening; like a make-believe PM going through the steps.
I also use flashcards and listen to podcasts. How better to absorb information than to listen to amazing individuals out there putting it into practice every day!
Lastly, study in shorter bursts. That is how our brain works. Study hard for 25 minutes, take a short break, like getting up for a drink of water - Pomodoro Technique.
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1 reply by Michael Brian
May 22, 2018 6:26 PM
Michael Brian
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I like your advice and may incorporate some of this myself.
I'm pretty visual also. When I found on YouTube Ricardo Vargas explaining the PMBOK process flow, I hit gold! I also downloaded his flow sheet and it has helped me in such a short time. As I am doing my Udemy course, I'm only on chapter 2 in the PMBOK so far. I've already just about memorized all processes up to the execution stage.
When it comes to the PMBOK, once I hit the new chapter I will go through each page and high light key areas. This way when I go back to read or reference the information I know where I want my eyes to be drawn to.
The Udemy course does a pretty good job basically explaining each page of the chapter. I mean it's almost word for word pointing out what you need to know. I tend to watch the video lectures a few times. Once I pass the quiz I move on. The assignments are bit more tricky as they really get you to think in terms you're not used to when learning.
I write some key notes down in a mini spiral notebook. Maybe I should create my own little study guide like you did.
I found some podcasts, but honestly do not know if they're good to listen to without really having the experience to relate. I listen to one podcast interview with Jacquelin Van Pelt and I must say she's impressive. Just by the way she speaks was inspiring. Very analytical and detail oriented, driven just a strong female in the PM world.
I agree with studying around 25 minutes at a time. If I stretch myself to about 45 minutes, that's usually the time where I start to lose my focus and need to stop. I think shorter intervals will produce more results over time.
One thing I am slacking a bit on is writing out flash cards of the terms. I really need to make some dedicated time to just get them down in chunks so I can incorporate them. Terms are very important for the CAPM.
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Joshua RenderProduct Owner| CognizantHarrisville, Ny, United States
May 21, 2018 6:05 AM
Replying to Paul Machiel Olckers
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You should understand what you are trying to learn, don't just memorise it for the sake of wanting to pass a test. See maybe how your topic applies to a real-world situation? Or maybe learn more about the topic on platforms such as YouTube, or projectmanager.com. Then as soon as you understand your topic and can participate in discussions about it, it will become second nature and you don't have to "force" yourself to remember something. This helps me, it's time-consuming but in the end, it's more rewarding and will give you a confidence boost.
It is easier to pass if you understand the relationships and understand why the answer is the answer. Saving Changes...
Create a mind map diagram, this will help to connect the dots and visualize the whole picture in a easier way. Write down important details on paper maybe a few times this repeated activity helps to create a pattern for recollecting the information later. Relate what you read to real life projects or your work. Practice mock exams to evaluate your learnings. Saving Changes...
Michael DelaneyPartner| Delaney Management LLCWest Chester, Pa, United States
I agree writing the notes helps greatly with memory. Also using unlined sheets can make a mind map of the material which can help link concepts Saving Changes...
I write my notes, then, once completed, type them out, print, staple as a booklet, and use as my primary source. At that point, the book becomes the reference. I take the booklet everywhere. Write notes/thoughts/connectors/questions in the pages as I study/read through.
I am a bit more visual, so I will always try to create some logical picture of what is happening; like a make-believe PM going through the steps.
I also use flashcards and listen to podcasts. How better to absorb information than to listen to amazing individuals out there putting it into practice every day!
Lastly, study in shorter bursts. That is how our brain works. Study hard for 25 minutes, take a short break, like getting up for a drink of water - Pomodoro Technique.
I like your advice and may incorporate some of this myself.
I'm pretty visual also. When I found on YouTube Ricardo Vargas explaining the PMBOK process flow, I hit gold! I also downloaded his flow sheet and it has helped me in such a short time. As I am doing my Udemy course, I'm only on chapter 2 in the PMBOK so far. I've already just about memorized all processes up to the execution stage.
When it comes to the PMBOK, once I hit the new chapter I will go through each page and high light key areas. This way when I go back to read or reference the information I know where I want my eyes to be drawn to.
The Udemy course does a pretty good job basically explaining each page of the chapter. I mean it's almost word for word pointing out what you need to know. I tend to watch the video lectures a few times. Once I pass the quiz I move on. The assignments are bit more tricky as they really get you to think in terms you're not used to when learning.
I write some key notes down in a mini spiral notebook. Maybe I should create my own little study guide like you did.
I found some podcasts, but honestly do not know if they're good to listen to without really having the experience to relate. I listen to one podcast interview with Jacquelin Van Pelt and I must say she's impressive. Just by the way she speaks was inspiring. Very analytical and detail oriented, driven just a strong female in the PM world.
I agree with studying around 25 minutes at a time. If I stretch myself to about 45 minutes, that's usually the time where I start to lose my focus and need to stop. I think shorter intervals will produce more results over time.
One thing I am slacking a bit on is writing out flash cards of the terms. I really need to make some dedicated time to just get them down in chunks so I can incorporate them. Terms are very important for the CAPM. Saving Changes...
Luigi EspositoManagement Consultant| ELLEMarigliano, Na, Italy
"That usual happens when someone is not really interested in the topic..." Sante Vergini
"You should understand what you are trying to learn, don't just memorise it for the sake of wanting to pass a test..." Paul Olckers.
Eventually you read things that are not part of your interests' area. Practice is the only way to retain, as you need to training to play any game. Enjoy reading. Saving Changes...
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