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I use Anki[1] with my kids (grades 1 and 3) for spelling, reading, and math. It works really well, was relatively easy to set up (import csv files), and keeps
by Sukotto 14y ago
I use Anki[1] with my kids (grades 1 and 3) for spelling, reading, and math. It works really well, was relatively easy to set up (import csv files), and keeps track of the spacing for me so I never have to worry about unconsciously filtering the hardest cards to the bottom.
Even better, Anki v2.0 just came out with the ability to have multiple profiles. (No more including the child's name in the deck's name... yay)
The downsides are:
The documentation is lacking in all but the most basic uses; The help forums are difficult to find [2];
You are tied to your computer (or smartphone).
[1] http://ankisrs.net/ http://ankisrs.net/
[2] https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!forum/ankisrs https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!forum/ankisrs
- peteretep 14y agoI was unsure why the original poster had developer his own system instead of just using Anki...
- btilly 14y agoThat is addressed in paragraph 2. At the start I needed to address problems with handwriting, which meant that the evaluation of whether he has done the flashcard correctly has to be done by me. Having flashcards on a computer, and then a manual evaluation, seemed like counterproductive complexity. I did not want a computer between me and my son for this activity. But it turns out to be a good thing. Because the fact that I have been involved has let me track down issues, such as the need for a reward activity. Anki currently does not offer that as a feature. However in a year or so I do want to move my son to something like Anki.
- peteretep 14y agoFWIW: I used Anki for learning a foreign language, with the help of a human, who would ask one side, and then rate my answer. This worked pretty well, in fact, and allowed the devolvement to Anki of spacing and scheduling, with the benefits you've mentioned.
- verisimilitude 14y agoI used Anki _extensively_ when I was in dental school--I think I had something like 10000 cards at the end of school. You can seriously pack knowledge into your head with spaced repetition. Anyhow, Anki is AMAZING. The best thing it does is eliminate your downtime when you're studying. If you critically look at your periods where you sit down and do work, there's a fair amount of "staring out the window" time when you are not in [flow][0]. However, because of the timer system, I felt compelled to continue through flashcards throughout my 15 or 20 minute study periods. It feels great not to waste time. I should go donate to that project. [0]: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flow_(psychology) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flow_(psychology)
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- Scaevolus 14y agoStoring Anki decks in Dropbox helps make it more portable. There's also an online sync service you can use.