Memorisation has a place in school learning. Students need to remember terminology, formulas, facts, spellings, and other information. The problem begins when memorisation replaces understanding. If you only remember a worked example, a small change in the question can make the solution difficult to recognise. Understanding the concept gives you a framework for adapting what you know. For Classes 9 and 10, combine both approaches: understand the idea, practise applying it, then use active recall to remember essential facts and formulas. This balance makes revision more flexible and helps you explain what you know rather than simply repeat it.

Learn with resources designed to put understanding first.