Microbiology resources??

[metview]

I have searched this forum extensively to figure out which micro resources to use with my class work. I have come across Kaplan Micro, CMMRS, Picmonic, Lippincott's Microcards, and Sketchymicro.

Can someone please tell me which of these I should use with my class (to understand) and then for review (before step 1)?

I was thinking about getting CMMRS or Kaplan Micro and picmonic, but I am not sure if this will be overkill.

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[dfib slim]

I have searched this forum extensively to figure out which micro resources to use with my class work. I have come across Kaplan Micro, CMMRS, Picmonic, Lippincott's Microcards, and Sketchymicro.

Can someone please tell me which of these I should use with my class (to understand) and then for review (before step 1)?

I was thinking about getting CMMRS or Kaplan Micro and picmonic, but I am not sure if this will be overkill.

Don't use too many resources, stick with one and go with it. I haven't personally used any of your listed resources but sketchymicro is pretty popular around my class.

 

[ALUCSD18]

When it comes to CMMRS, picmonic, and sketchy, I would choose only one of the three since they have similar learning styles. If you're low on cash, I'd go with CMMRS, I think you can get it for $30. Microcards have also helped me and a lot of people I know. Good luck.

 

[Jabbed]

For freaking sure sketchy micro should be the first thing that you watch after you've covered basic bacteriology. Watch one of their demo videos on youtube. Solid gold.

 

[metview]

Does sketchymicro cover everything I need to know for microbiology? I have heard it doesn't have viruses and/or parasites.

 

[Jabbed]

Viruses were just updated in, and they have either parasites or fungi as well now. It might not be everything, but it comprehensively covers first aid material.

 

[messengers]

CMMRS is amazing for its mnemonics and cartoons that helped me remember a lot of stuff.

 

[Mr. Mojo Risin]

CMMRS blows. FA has plenty of mnemonics for micro. From what I can tell many people are using sketchymicro or microcards. I'm using microcards and I really like it. Tried picmonic but I can't learn like that.

 

[MedWonk]

I really liked CMMRS, but I also like reading prose (probably due to my background in literature) and don't get as much out of flashcards. YMMV, though, and any one of those can be useful. A lot of people in my class like sketchy micro. FA is pretty good, as well.

 

[PL198]

what percentage of people solely used UW + FA and what percentage of people use a dedicated micro resource

 

[messengers]

I checked out the first chapter of Sketchy. It looks good but $100, ouch.

 

[Jabbed]

I checked out the first chapter of Sketchy. It looks good but $100, ouch.

Ya they just price gouged with the new package. Used to be $30 for just the bacteria.