‘Study With Me’ Videos: Helpful or Harmful?

February 7, 2025
A student studying alongside a 'Study With Me' video on a laptop.

Have you ever watched a “Study With Me” video? These are online videos where someone studies on camera, and you can study along with them. Many students in the UAE find these videos helpful because they make studying feel less lonely and more organized.

Dr. Waleed Alomar, a doctor who helps people with their minds, says that watching others study can make you feel like you’re part of a group. This can help you stay focused and stick to your study plans. He explains that seeing someone else study can make you want to study too.

However, Dr. Alomar also warns that it’s important not to rely only on these videos. If you do, you might not learn how to study by yourself or think deeply about what you’re learning. It’s good to use these videos sometimes, but also try to study on your own.

Some students, like Maithah Al-Yalyali from Ras Al Khaimah, say these videos help them study longer and feel less lonely. She says, “The videos encourage me to study and help me avoid feeling lonely for long periods; it’s like entering another world.” Another student, Maitha Musabbeh, likes the calm feeling these videos provide and has found new ways to study by watching them.

In summary, “Study With Me” videos can be a great tool to help you feel motivated and focused. But remember, it’s also important to practice studying on your own to become a better learner.

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By Ruqayya Al Qaydi. Original content published by Khaleej Times.