How the Feynman technique works
1. Identify the subject. Write down everything you know about the topic. Each time you run into new sources of information, add them to the note.
2. Teach it to a child. Write plain and simple so even a child can understand what you're talking about.3. Identify your knowledge gaps. What are you missing? What don’t you know?
4. Organize + simplify + Tell a story. Piece together your notes and begin to spin a tale using concise and simple explanations.
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