Study Tips

[EmmiLee]

When studying for the OAT, is it better to study one section at a time until you think you master it, or should you move and skip around? I am trying to go over the biology section, but would it be wise to just finish going over that first, then move on to something else, or devote a little time for each different subjects per day.

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[DiamondShamrock]

When studying for the OAT, is it better to study one section at a time until you think you master it, or should you move and skip around? I am trying to go over the biology section, but would it be wise to just finish going over that first, then move on to something else, or devote a little time for each different subjects per day.

I think you could skip around with a slated and proper order. For instance, I would spend a few days just on cell and molecular biology, then move on to thermodynamic on GChem where I could relate with some of those stuffs I learnt from Bio like free energy. I would probably go ahead and get the same topic covered for physics. Doing this would help create a firmer grasp on the sciences. But, you need to be flexible with this method, and the idea is to make sure you study everything productively. Best.

 

[daysend85]

I'd recommend going through one section at a time. I don't like studying all sorts of different things at the same time because facts become jumbled up. I used this method and it seemed to work well. Then, when you are finished going over all individual sections, try out a full length practice exam to see how well you understood the material. Then go back and review the foggy concepts.