I absolutely adore the smell of books. Now, don’t get me wrong—I’m just as addicted to my iPad as the next person. But there’s a certain enchantment that only a real book can hold.
Take my favorite Chinese dictionary, for example. It’s not an app; it proudly sits on my shelf, ready for me to explore its pages, regardless of my electricity situation. And honestly, that’s just the way I like it.
Now, let’s talk about flashcards. I know I might sound a bit contradictory here, but trust me, I have good reason. I regularly use and highly recommend the Anki Flashcard app—it is considered the king of spaced repetition learning.
In fact, I even created a dedicated video series to help you craft your very own Anki cards, along with some fantastic free downloadable Anki decks.
However, there’s something undeniably gratifying about stepping outside on a glorious day armed with a stack of Index Cards, rather than relying on an electronic device.
If you’re nodding along in agreement with my sentiments, I’m here to assist you in creating your own flashcards with ease using Word.
In the video below, I demonstrate two fantastic methods. The first utilizes FREE flashcard templates, found HERE on MandarinMania.com. And if you’re feeling a bit nostalgic, the second method takes you back to the good old days, embracing the timeless charm of traditional Index Cards.
It may surprise you to learn that most modern printers allow you to print directly on Index Cards. This is very useful, especially if you have school-aged children.
If you happened to miss it, I released a video describing how to create flashcards in Word using tables. You can view it below.
In closing, creating flashcards with Microsoft Word can be a game-changer for your learning journey. With its user-friendly features and customizable options, Word empowers you to design flashcards that suit your unique study needs.
Happy studying! And, as always, take care! 保重 Bǎozhòng!