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Skill Up 2025 – Real-World Learning That Transforms Lives (Part 1)

Part 1: How Side Hustle Culture Is Redefining Learning in 2025 Gone are the days when learning only happened in classrooms or ended with a diploma. In 2025, people are learning everywhere—on YouTube, during a lunch break, and even on the bus to work. But what’s truly changing the game is how side hustle culture is becoming the new “learning lab” for millions around the world. Young people and adults alike are picking up new skills not just for fun, but to survive, earn, and thrive. Whether it’s learning how to design Canva templates , editing TikTok videos , baking for online orders , or selling vintage fashion on Instagram , the knowledge required to pull these off isn’t taught in traditional education. At Learning with AL-Mercy , we believe this is a revolution worth watching—and worth being part of. In this series, we’ll dive into: How ordinary people are learning extraordinary things to fuel their passions and pockets Where to find free and low-cost resources to learn practical sk...
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StudyTok & EduTube: How Gen Z Is Revolutionizing Learning in 2025

If you think social media is just for dance trends and memes—think again. In 2025, platforms like TikTok and YouTube are transforming into powerful learning ecosystems. From 15-second tips on exam prep to full-length crash courses in economics, students are now turning to StudyTok and EduTube as their go-to learning hubs.

Welcome to Learning with AL-Mercy, where we decode trends and turn them into tools for academic and personal growth.


🚀 What’s the Hype?

A quick search on TikTok for #StudyTok reveals over 6 billion views. Scroll a bit more, and you’ll find:

  • "How to remember anything using the Pomodoro Technique"

  • "Top 5 free websites for college students"

  • "Quick tips to improve your handwriting for exams"

Meanwhile, on YouTube, channels like "CrashCourse," "Ali Abdaal," and even micro-creators like Learning with AL-Mercy are getting attention for simplifying complex topics in engaging, snackable content.



🎒 Why Is This a Big Deal?

Traditional classroom learning can feel overwhelming or boring to some students. Gen Z and Alpha learners are now choosing short-form, interactive content that:

  • Makes studying look cool

  • Uses visual cues and real-life examples

  • Encourages community learning via comments and duets

Bonus: Most of this content is free.



🌱 Learning with AL-Mercy’s Take

We believe in meeting students where they are—and in 2025, that means Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and TikTok.

But we also believe in quality over clout. Not every #StudyHack is worth your time. That’s why we test the trends and share only the ones that actually work.

Want to study smarter, not longer? Check out our recent post: “How I Passed Biology in 7 Days Using EduTube Playlists”



⚠️ A Word of Caution

Social media can be a double-edged sword. For every motivational StudyTok, there’s a rabbit hole of distractions. To keep your feed educational:

  • Follow content creators who specialize in academic content

  • Use social media timers or focus apps (like Forest or StudyBunny)

  • Participate in study challenges or accountability groups



📌 Final Thoughts

In 2025, social media isn’t just a break from studying—it is studying. The key is to curate your feed like a classroom and use platforms like TikTok and YouTube as extensions of your learning, not escapes from it.

Question of the Day:
What’s one tip or concept you learned from StudyTok or EduTube that changed the way you study?

Let’s start a conversation. Leave a comment, and don’t forget to subscribe to Learning with AL-Mercy for more tips that make learning fun, fast, and effective!

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  1. Anonymous25 May 2025 at 13:54

    Thank you for these insights. Learning and Memorization are helpful to all pursuits. We should not be solely dependent on AI to act on our behalf. We need to remember names. People matter.

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    1. al-mercy.blogspot.com25 May 2025 at 14:03

      Absolutely agree 💯! While AI can support our learning, it should never replace the personal touch that makes human connection so powerful. Remembering names shows respect—and people always matter more than machines. 💛📚 Thanks for sharing this thoughtful reminder!

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  2. ACbloggers25 May 2025 at 14:05

    This was such an eye-opener! I love how StudyTok and EduTube are making learning feel less like a chore and more like a community. It's amazing to see how Gen Z is using social media to fuel curiosity and creativity in education. Looking forward to more practical study hacks from Learning with AL-Mercy!

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