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Preparing for an open-book exam

Exams & Credentials · updated 2026-09-07

Open book punishes disorganised notes harder than closed book punishes weak memory.

Build a usable index

1. One page per topic, maximum.
2. Formulas and definitions at the top, worked example below.
3. A single contents page with page numbers.
4. Tab or bookmark by topic, not by lecture.

Time yourself finding three random facts in your pack. If it takes over 30 seconds, reorganise.