13.6 Creating Flash Cards in Studio

Studio mode lets you create digital flash cards for vocabulary learning, formula revision, and key concept practice. These flash cards can be shared with students or printed for offline use.

What are Studio Flash Cards

Studio flash cards are digital study tools with content on the front and answers or explanations on the back. They're automatically generated based on your teaching materials and curriculum outcomes.

Common uses:

• Vocabulary building and language learning
• Formula memorization in maths and science
• Key concept revision for assessments
• Terminology practice across all subjects
• Spaced repetition learning
• Quick reference guides for students
• Pre-assessment preparation

How to Create Flash Cards

Step-by-step:

• Open Studio mode with your relevant files, curriculum, or student data.
• Select "Flash Cards".
• Fill in the creation options (see Generation Options below).
• Click "Create Resource".
• Studio creates the flash card set.
• Choose how to share: link or PDF download.

Generation Options

Content Mode:

Controls how your source materials are transformed into flashcards:

• Generate: Create new flashcards from scratch based on your sources
• Condense: Summarise lengthy documents into key flashcard pairs
• Preserve: Keep existing flashcard content as-is when reformatting

Number of cards:

Controls the volume of cards generated:

• Fewer: Focused set covering essential concepts only
• Standard: Balanced coverage of the topic (~10-15 cards)
• More: Comprehensive coverage with additional detail

Cognitive Level:

Controls the thinking level required (based on Bloom's Taxonomy):

• Recall: Remember facts, terms, and basic concepts
• Application: Scenarios requiring concept use (Bloom's: Apply)
• Analysis: Higher-order thinking and critical analysis
• Mixed Bag: Combination of different cognitive levels

Key Concepts / Syllabus Points:

A free-text field where you can specify:

• Key definitions to highlight
• Specific syllabus dot points to focus on
• Instructions to keep cards concise and memorable

Sharing and Access Options

Create shareable links:

• After generating flash cards, click "Share".
• Studio creates a unique URL.
• Copy the link and share via:
  • Email to students
  • Post in your LMS
  • Class messaging apps
  • QR code for easy access
• Students click the link to access interactive flash cards.
• They can flip cards, shuffle order, and practice at their own pace.

Download as printable PDF:

• Click "Download PDF".
• Studio generates a printable version.
• Print double-sided for traditional flash cards.
• Cut and use for offline study or classroom activities.
• Useful for students without device access or for kinesthetic learners.

Outcome-Focused Teaching Examples

Standard uses:

Example 1: Vocabulary flash cards for language learning

• Add Year 8 French vocabulary list to Studio
• Add relevant language outcomes
• Create flash cards: "20 cards, term/definition style, include pronunciation hints"
• Share link via Google Classroom
• Students practice before the vocabulary test

Result: Students have interactive, accessible revision materials they can use anywhere.

Example 2: Maths formula revision

• Add Year 10 algebra outcomes
• Create flash cards: "15 cards, formula on front, worked example on back, intermediate difficulty"
• Share link via your LMS
• Students review formulas while completing homework

Result: Formulas and applications are linked, helping students remember and apply them.

Example 3: Science terminology practice

• Upload your biology unit notes
• Add Year 9 cell biology outcomes
• Create flash cards: "25 cards, term/definition, include diagrams"
• Download PDF for students without devices
• Print and distribute for study

Result: All students can practice, regardless of technology access.

Creative uses with progression data:

Example 4: Differentiated vocabulary sets by ability

• Add Year 6 English class progression data
• Add persuasive writing outcomes
• Identify three reading levels from the data
• Create three flash card sets:
  • Developing (10 cards): "Basic persuasive techniques with simple definitions"
  • Consolidating (15 cards): "Standard persuasive vocabulary for expected level"
  • Extending (20 cards): "Advanced rhetorical devices for extension students"
• Send each group their appropriate set

Result: Every student practices vocabulary at their exact level, building confidence and competence.

Example 5: Pre-assessment preparation targeting weak areas

• Add Year 7 Maths class data showing common misconceptions about fractions
• Add fractions outcomes
• Create targeted flash cards: "15 cards focusing on the three concepts most students find difficult: equivalent fractions, comparing fractions, and adding fractions with different denominators"
• Share with whole class one week before assessment

Result: Students get targeted practice on their actual areas of difficulty, not generic revision.

Example 6: Spaced repetition for struggling students

• Add individual student data for three students struggling with spelling patterns
• Add literacy outcomes
• Create personalised flash card sets for each student addressing their specific gaps
• Send sets to students with instructions to practice 5 minutes daily
• Create follow-up sets after one week with increased difficulty

Result: Personalized, systematic practice that builds skills progressively.

Using Flash Cards in Lessons

Starter activities:

• Display flash cards on the whiteboard
• Students call out answers as a quick warm-up
• Use for retrieval practice at the start of each lesson

Partner practice:

• Students pair up with devices showing flash cards
• One reads the front, partner answers
• Switch roles and repeat

Group games:

• Print flash cards and use for team competitions
• Students work together to match terms and definitions
• Gamifies revision and makes it social

Independent study:

• Students access flash cards for homework
• Track which cards they find difficult
• Repeat practice on challenging cards

Teacher Tips

• Start with fewer cards: 10-15 focused cards work better than 50 overwhelming ones
• Update regularly: Add new flash cards as you introduce new concepts
• Combine formats: Use different question types in one set for variety
• Check student usage: Some platforms show which students accessed the cards
• Get student input: Ask students which concepts they want cards for
• Build a library: Save successful flash card sets to reuse with future classes
• Link to other resources: Mention flash cards in lesson plans and homework instructions
• Model usage: Show students how to use flash cards effectively in class

Practical Workflow Examples

Unit introduction routine:

At the start of each unit, create a comprehensive flash card set covering all key vocabulary. Share immediately so students can begin familiarizing themselves with terms.

Exit ticket to flash cards pipeline:

After an exit ticket reveals common misconceptions, create flash cards targeting those specific concepts. Share next lesson for targeted practice.

Student-created content:

Students identify concepts they find tricky. Create flash cards addressing these student-requested topics.

Troubleshooting

If flash cards are too easy or hard:

• Adjust difficulty level setting
• Use progression data to ensure appropriate challenge
• Create multiple sets at different levels

If students aren't using the flash cards:

• Make accessing them easier (QR codes, prominent LMS links)
• Build practice into lesson time so students see value
• Gamify with competitions or rewards for practice
• Check the set isn't too long or overwhelming

If cards don't cover the right content:

• Add more specific curriculum outcomes or files to Studio
• Give clearer instructions about what to include
• Review and request modifications: "Add cards covering these three concepts I mentioned in my notes"

Integration with Other Studio Features

Flash cards + Quizzes:

Create flash cards for study, then generate a quiz on the same content to check understanding.

Flash cards + Podcasts:

Students listen to podcast explanations, then practice with flash cards for reinforcement.

Flash cards + Documents:

Create comprehensive worksheet with flash cards as study tool alongside.

Everyday Example

Creating flash cards in Studio is like having a personal study assistant who knows exactly what your students need to practice. Instead of writing out cards by hand or searching for pre-made sets that don't match your teaching, Studio generates cards based on your actual lesson content, at the right difficulty level for your students. You can share them instantly or print them out. It's like having traditional flash cards, but smarter, faster, and tailored to your class.