In my research, I’ve noticed a distinct factor in Mathematics and all Study that stands out. 

In the “Genius” Mind, these are people who do not practice or engage ever in “Rote” Learning. The only practice DIY, Explorative-Curiosity Driven Learning. 

They have high standards and focus instead on Mastering Transferrable Mental Skills and Applicable Tools with which to Intuitively Calculate Common Sense (Information) with Deductive Reasoning.

Learning is done in a fraction of the time as they seek out High-Quality Masters who can collect and condense data quickly. Integrated Tuition via Exploration and Curiosity is their Passion.

The “Parrot” Mind, is a “Rote” Learning. They focus on Information Hoarding and are not trained in selective Information, tending to gorge themselves on any and all information. 

They lack Deductive Reasoning and Logic Skills. They have few Skills and place much emphasis on “Opinion” instead of Knowledge or Fact. They also tend to default to uninformed conclusion instead of learning or gathering information.  

Low-Quality, Time-Consuming “Memorization” is used in place of Learning.