Brief Summary
This video provides guidance for second-year MBBS students, focusing on effective study strategies for subjects like Pharmacology, Microbiology, and Pathology. It emphasizes the importance of postings for practical knowledge, techniques for memorizing drug names, and approaches for exam preparation. The video also introduces Prepladder's Rapid Revision 3.0 as a tool for efficient revision and discusses the benefits of online study resources.
- Importance of postings for practical knowledge
- Techniques for memorizing drug names
- Approaches for exam preparation
- Introduction to Prepladder's Rapid Revision 3.0
- Benefits of online study resources
Introduction
The video starts with a welcome message from Radhika Agarwal, a 2013 MBBS graduate. She encourages viewers to like, share, and subscribe to the channel.
Resources
The video transitions into a discussion about resources for second-year MBBS students.
Sequence
The speaker outlines a three-step approach to studying. First, thoroughly read the topic to build a strong foundation. Second, consolidate your knowledge. Third, use a highlighter to mark important points, which helps in creating concise notes. Highlighting key points allows for efficient note-taking and easy reference.
Importance of Postings!
The speaker emphasizes the significance of postings for gaining practical knowledge. If you have a solid understanding of the subject matter, postings will reinforce your learning. Postings provide a practical application of theoretical knowledge.
Dealing with second year subjects
The speaker addresses the common concern of managing individual subjects in the second year.
Pharmacology
The speaker acknowledges that Pharmacology can seem overwhelming.
How to remember NAMES of DRUGS!
The speaker introduces a technique for memorizing drug names, particularly useful when names seem mixed up and confusing. The technique involves three steps: First, categorize drugs. Second, classify them. Third, create a mnemonic or a story to remember the classifications. This method can be applied to any subject.
Microbiology
The speaker transitions to discussing Microbiology. They mention that Microbiology is an indicator for students.
NEXT EXAM approach!
The speaker encourages viewers to click for a detailed review on how to approach the NEXT exam.
Pathology
The speaker addresses the perception that Pathology is vast, with its two volumes covering general and systemic aspects. They suggest that if you know the correct way to study Pathology, it becomes easier. Focus on the main subtopics, starting with general topics. While studying a specific topic, simultaneously review its normal aspects. Understanding the basics will make it easier to remember the concepts.
Prepladder sponsored content
The speaker introduces Prepladder, advising students to avoid consuming new topics right before exams and highlighting common mistakes students make during revision. Prepladder has recently introduced an internal assessment dedicated to the revision of all 19 subjects of MBBS and BDS, called Rapid Revision 3.0.
Rapid Revision 3.0
The speaker introduces Rapid Revision 3.0, showcasing its comprehensive dashboard with revision content for all subjects. They share their experience of using it for Pharmacology revision, emphasizing how it helped them revise effectively. Rapid Revision 3.0 includes question banks that emphasize the most important content and help in active recall. The dashboard includes videos, question banks, and notes, covering all 19 subjects.
Planning!
The speaker discusses planning and recommends focusing on high-yield topics.
Online studies!
The speaker highlights the advantages of online studies, noting that students now have extra time to complete their course. Many students complain that they couldn't complete their course throughout the year, but now they have the opportunity to do so by following online videos. Online videos provide additional support. The speaker concludes by thanking viewers and encouraging them to share the video.