Cram With Me for a Final Exam in 24 Hours | Computer Science at UChicago
Summary
TLDRIn this video, Steph shares her experience during the stressful final exam season, particularly focusing on a Java programming exam. With only 15 hours before the exam and having done no prior studying, Steph decides to review the most challenging chapters and employs active recall to test her memory. Despite the late-night cramming and the struggle to stay awake, she manages to complete the exam, giving it a self-assessment of 6 out of 10. The video captures the essence of last-minute studying and the emotional rollercoaster of exam stress.
Takeaways
- 📚 It's final exam season and the speaker is preparing for a Java programming exam.
- 🕛 The exam is scheduled for 15 hours after the video starts, and it's currently 12 a.m.
- 😩 The speaker admits to not having studied at all and feels the pressure of the approaching exam.
- 🛑 The exam is early after Thanksgiving break, which the speaker used as a time to relax.
- 📝 The speaker plans to focus on three chapters for review due to time constraints.
- 📖 The review method involves active recall and note-taking to quiz oneself on the material.
- 💻 The speaker intends to work through practice problems to solidify understanding.
- 😴 Feeling the effects of sleep deprivation, the speaker plans to get at least six hours of sleep before the exam.
- 🌅 The speaker is seen sitting outside the exam venue at 4:45 a.m., reflecting anxiety or anticipation.
- 🏆 After the exam, the speaker rates their performance as a 6 out of 10, acknowledging it wasn't great but also not the worst.
- 🎉 The video ends with a casual sign-off and a call to action for viewers to like, comment, and subscribe to the YouTube channel.
Q & A
What time of year is it in the video script?
-It is the final exam season.
What is the current time when the video starts?
-It is currently 12 a.m.
What is the subject of the first final exam mentioned in the script?
-The subject of the first final exam is Java programming.
How many computer science classes does Steph have, according to the script?
-Steph has three computer science classes.
Why hasn't Steph done any studying for the Java programming final?
-Steph hasn't studied because the final is immediately after Thanksgiving break, and they needed a break during the break.
What is Steph's study strategy for the final exam?
-Steph's study strategy includes reviewing the most challenging chapters, taking notes, doing active recall, and working through practice problems.
How many chapters are there in total, and how many is Steph planning to review?
-There are 10 chapters in total, but Steph is planning to review only the three they are struggling with the most.
What is the term for the method Steph uses to quiz themselves during study?
-The method is called 'active recall'.
Why does Steph decide to stop studying at 2:46 a.m.?
-Steph decides to stop because they need at least six hours of sleep to function properly the next day.
What time does Steph arrive at the exam location?
-Steph arrives at the exam location at 4:45 a.m.
How does Steph rate their performance on the exam after completing it?
-Steph rates their performance as 6 out of 10, indicating it was not easy for them.
What is the unusual request made by Steph at the end of the script?
-The unusual request is for viewers to 'donate your kidneys', which is likely a humorous or ironic statement rather than a serious suggestion.
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