Feynman Method of Learning

I just read about the Feynman method for learning. The article describes it well, so you can read about it here. But in the spirit of the method, I'll try to describe it from memory now.

Start by writing the concept you want to learn at the top of the page.

Example: "How to learn with the Feynman method"
Why: I think this is important for getting you to focus on one concept instead of letting yourself get off tangent.

Describe the concept as if you are teaching it to a beginner.

This means describing the concept without using any subject specific jargon or relying on any other assumptions.

Why: This will expose holes in your understanding.

Go back to the source material.

After you discover holes in your understanding, go back to the source materials (books, lectures, mentors) and re-learn what you are unsure of.

Simplify

Describe the concept again using simpler words and analogies.

Why: This will ensure you have a deep understanding and you aren't accidentally, incorrectly assuming anything.

My takeaway

The methodology sounds good. I think the most important thing is being an active learner, instead of just being a passive observer.