Flashcards are an old school learning method that sometimes get a bad rap. It's true if they are simply used as a way to memorize terms out of context, their usefulness is limited, especially if they are pre-created flashcards from a textbook publisher or purchased online. However, flashcards can be a handy study tool if created by the student and used for more than just term definitions. Here's an interesting model to consider: the five-sided flashcard.
The Five-Sided Flashcard