ANKI

Every single medical student uses ANKI. It’s also something almost every single person uses to study for the MCAT. To learn more about ANKI, keep reading below.

You can download it to your computer by visiting this link

• Once you reach that page, choose the download link for your computer type (MAC, PC, etc)

More About ANKI

Anki is a powerful spaced repetition flashcard program designed to help users efficiently memorize and retain information. It utilizes a spaced repetition algorithm to optimize learning and long-term retention. Here’s how it does it:

1. Spaced Repetition Algorithm:

• Anki's key feature is its implementation of spaced repetition, a learning technique that involves reviewing information at increasing intervals over time.
• The algorithm schedules flashcards for review based on the user's performance, ensuring that difficult cards are reviewed more frequently while easier cards are reviewed less often.
• This approach maximizes retention by targeting memory recall at optimal intervals, helping users solidify their knowledge over time.

2. Customizable Flashcards:

• Anki allows users to create custom flashcards using text, images, audio, and even mathematical equations.
• Users can organize flashcards into decks based on subject matter or topic, making it easy to manage and study specific sets of information.

Here is an extremely useful tutorial on how to use ANKI:

https://youtu.be/WmPx333n5UQ?si=ajj1FagE98eYng6o