Most students think they’re ready for finals—until they try to explain the material out loud and suddenly blank. That moment? It reveals more than hours of rereading ever could.
This episode introduces the Feynman Technique, a simple, research-backed method for turning shaky understanding into real clarity. It’s also a preview of the kinds of strategies students will learn in Alma Modern’s upcoming College Prep Pop-Up—a hands-on experience focused on the must-know academic strategies EVERY student needs before taking their first college class.
We break down the four steps of the Feynman Technique:
• Choose a topic and focus on what matters most
• Explain it clearly, without notes
• Identify where you struggle or get stuck
• Review and refine until you can teach it with confidence
We also share how to set up the right conditions for success—tools like whiteboards, micro-goals, and body doubling that make it easier to follow through and stay focused.
Whether you’re reviewing for finals, preparing for AP exams, or just trying to study smarter, this strategy builds the kind of independent thinking that leads to stronger learning outcomes—not just now, but all the way through college.
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