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If used correctly, AI Large Language Models (LLM) like ChatGPT can be an amazing tool for revising, studying or even doing your coursework. You can think of AI tools and apps as your research assistant, helping you organise your notes, identify themes and even test your knowledge.
We’ve created a list of the top ways to use AI and the apps you can use to study like a pro and maximise your efficiency.
1. Transform your notes
If you have tonnes of notes and you’re finding all the information you have to learn overwhelming, ask Google NotebookLM to turn them into a podcast!
You can upload notes, slides, audio files, YouTube links and more to create a personalised podcast based on what you’ve uploaded. Unlike other LLMs, it only uses the sources you’ve added, meaning it won’t make mistakes or make things up - unless you upload incorrect information!
The podcasts it generates sound like a genuine conversation between two people, and turn the driest topic into an engaging discussion you can listen to anywhere. You can ask it questions, make a quiz, get ideas for flashcards, create study guides, and more.
Tip: if you’re struggling with a concept, ask NotebookLM to “explain it to me like I’m 5”!
2. Test yourself
Head to Gizmo to quickly turn notes, YouTube videos, recordings and more into flashcards and quizzes. Gizmo is great because it can give you multiple-choice questions or open-ended prompts to test yourself on the content in different ways. Plus, you can access a library of other users’ cards, so you don’t always have to start from scratch.
Tip: If you’re having trouble remembering something, you can ask it to explain and throw in more questions to really get the hang of it.
3. Get creative
The more interesting or funny your notes are, the more memorable they will be. You can ask Chat GPT to create a song, rap, poem or even a stand-up routine about any topic or piece of text!
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4. Get rid of distractions
Our attention spans are shorter than ever and focussing on work can be challenging. Forest is an app that helps you to stay focused by setting a timer to study and in each session you’ll grow a tree, gradually building a forest as you work. But if you leave the app during the timer your tree will die!
4. Take a break
If you need a bit of a break from revision, then Chat GPT can also help you out! If you want to chat with someone, play a game or hear some fun facts, the chatbot has you covered!
If you fancy getting away from your desk, Chat GPT can recommend films or a TV show to binge. Or, why not ask Chat GPT to give you a recipe idea so you can make a healthy meal during your revision break?
It’s important to remember not to use AI Large Language Models (LLM) for work that you are going to submit. For example, don’t use Chat GPT to write the answer to a question in your coursework, as this could get flagged for plagiarism and get you into trouble.
