Solve the Toughest Problems First to Learn More Effectively
Reading for study is helpful, especially when you are just getting started. After this initial phase, however, you will become much more effective at solving the most difficult problem you can find.
When you solve difficult problems, you are actually applying the knowledge gained from the reading process. For example, if you’re studying for an exam or trying to master a new skill at work, reading about it won’t do you much better. To truly sharpen your teeth, you need to pull yourself together, and problem solving teaches you the most.
How to Learn Effectively | Daniel Lemire’s blog