How do you make flash cards?

[dreamBIG]

Hi all. What is the best way to make flash cards? I know they are good for definitions, but what about more in depth topics? Every time I sit down to make them, I end up basically writing lecture notes on my index cards! How do you make flashcards which will be helpful? Thanks!

[MMARN, BSN, RN]

For my pre-reqs, I actually had flashcards become my best friends. I used to write the questions I needed and small answers on the back. Always key words and key answers. If you cram too much (which I did at one point) you won't have any cards left. Keep organized; notes you take in class, keep in your papers, and the key words you need, keep in note cards. It really helped me. Got an A.

[JR816, BSN, RN]

I know this is not a "normal flashcard", but I like to memorize it any way I can. Here's how I handle lenghty memorizatoin. I learned how to do this when I had drama class and had to remember my lines.

PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT

Head..... Condition of _____ and _______

Eyes..... Do _________ and _______ appear normal in color and _________

Ears...... Hearing ______ , _________, pain, _________

Fill in the blank works for me. Anybody else try this??

[Maisie]

Someone on this site gave me this computer version to make flash cards. It is excellent. It allows you to quiz yourself on a PC. You can also print the cards or a study sheet. It's free.

http://www.wadeb.com/cuecard/