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About the Course

This course gives you easy access to the invaluable learning techniques used by experts in art, music, literature, math, science, sports, and many other disciplines. We’ll learn about how the brain uses two very different learning modes and how it encapsulates (“chunks”) information. We’ll also cover illusions of learning, memory techniques, dealing with procrastination, and best practices shown by research to be most effective in helping you master tough subjects. Using these approaches, no matter what your skill levels in topics you would like to master, you can change your thinking and change your life. If you’re already an expert, this peep under the mental hood will give you ideas for turbocharging successful learning, including counter-intuitive test-taking tips and insights that will help you make the best use of your time on homework and problem sets. If you’re struggling, you’ll see a structured treasure trove of practical techniques that walk you through what you need to do to get on track. If you’ve ever wanted to become better at anything, this course will help serve as your guide. This course can be taken independent of, concurrent with, or prior to, its companion course, Mindshift. (Learning How to Learn is more learning-focused, and Mindshift is more career-focused.) A related course by the same instructors is Uncommon Sense Teaching. To join the fully translated Portuguese version of the course, visit: https://www.coursera.org/learn/aprender To join the fully translated Spanish version of the course, visit: https://www.coursera.org/learn/aprendiendo-a-aprender To join the fully translated Chinese version of the course, visit: https://www.coursera.org/learn/ruhe-xuexi To join the fully translated French version of the course, visit : http://www.coursera.org/learn/apprendre-comment-apprendre...

Top reviews

GA

Jul 20, 2017

Really useful insights had been provided by this course. No price can be put on this valuable resource. It's beyond anything valuable. Thank you very much for making this course. God Bless Everyone :)

MC

Oct 28, 2019

I enjoyed this course so much. I learned a lot about how I can become a better learner. This course was very interesting and useful. I have some tools that I can use to optimize my learning potential.

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By Patricia L

Feb 2, 2021

I liked it very much. It is very interesting because you can learn about how brain process thoughts and also gives you rules and tips to improve your learning. I recommend it for people who are beginning their studies. The teachers explain carefully each item and they are very clear.

By Karz M

Dec 6, 2020

straight five stars.

It not only taught me about this course, It changed my perspective towards my working of memories.

And ease my afford to learn the rest of my upcoming obstacles.

Whoever is facing the inability to grab the concept like your friends, you must go for it with no doubt.

By Kevin W

Nov 1, 2020

As someone who has not been in a classroom setting in 3 decades, this course got me on the right track for learning again. The techniques described and learned in Learning How To Learn will help me succeed in the first online class I've ever taken...and hopefully many others. Try it.

By Prabhjeet K

Aug 25, 2020

This course is amazing.I loved the way Ms.Barbara Oakley explained all the topics in an interesting way.I started practicing the techniques and I can see the difference.I am grateful to the instructors and coursera too for bringing the amazing course for the people of all age groups.

By Daksh S

Apr 17, 2020

Short course with practical tools. I would recommend using the techniques shown in the course be applied during this course itself - such as the Pomodoro technique and mini-testing by recall. It will help you memorize these techniques for future learning. Thanks Barbara and Terrence.

By Francis J S

Mar 2, 2020

This has been very educational! It has given me a lot of insight on where I fall short and where I was good at when it comes to learning. I've always fashioned myself as a slow learner but now I know that learning is indeed slow. Time and care is necessary to learn - creating chunks.

By Luke C

Jan 20, 2020

An essential course for anyone looking to enhance their learning and increase their productivity. I can think of no better course to start with than one that provides the basic building blocks of how to learn - this course should be taken before any other for optimal future studying!

By Jeremy D

Nov 19, 2019

The course is fantastic! My goal was to improve my memory. The course explains the memory processes, the obstacles to memory and memory retention. All this gave me confidence again to know that I am on the right track. I thank you very much for a great course and a great experience!

By Ziad B

Aug 25, 2019

This Course was an amazing tool , which help me to understand things , I have and I used to do but by scientific study and from expert and educated people . and encourage me to attend another two courses I wanted to know about and get knowledge in for my beneficial education . thanks

By Divakar G

May 5, 2019

Took Coursera MOOC 'Learning How To Learn'. Such an amazing delivery that it motivated me to complete my first MOOC. Practical and well thought through inputs that I can apply in my life. Simple, engaging rendition that made difficult concepts look really easy. One word: Respect!

By Juan C O O

Mar 13, 2018

Amazing course. The topics are interesting, the explanations are clear, the interviews are superb stories and valued information from people who master what they're talking about. Instructors are also friendly and tender, I really admire them and I love this course. Thanks for do it.

By Mostafa E

Aug 28, 2017

this amazing course with the very useful advices in every lecture you take in the course. this is very amazing and very interesting topic that is well presented. really thanks for the course and for the recommendation that I still receive on my mail from you thanks for your hard work

By Vlora I

Aug 13, 2016

Perfect and simple way of explaining all our mistakes that we do due to our brain blocking, timetables or other obstacles that impair our way of learning,

I am very glad that accidentally i signed in for the course, and it really changed the way how i see the process of learning now.

By Edward J J

Apr 2, 2016

This was so fantastic. Ive always wondered about by own study habits and if there were any methods to help remember the things Ive learned and the things I want to learn. This course met those expectations and surpassed them by a long shot. Thank you so much for offering this course!

By Maged S

Jan 27, 2016

I am very happy to study the course learn how to learn I am very grateful to those who have set up this course interesting I offer a big thanks from my heart for every team that took the preparation, presentation and follow-up and extend my thanks to the site and management coursera.

By Sol B

Nov 4, 2015

It was excellent. I loved the engaging professors, the visuals, the knowledge. You've improved my ability to learn since the first video. I've been practicing everything and I'll continue doing it. I appreciate your efforts in putting this course together. Thank you very much! :)

By Karen C

Oct 29, 2015

I have really enjoyed doing this course!!

After graduating from the University I have done nothing with my life, but being a housewife and mother. And now, after 15 years, I think it is time to show the world I am not too old to learn again. Thanks for all the practical learning tips!

By Alex D

May 26, 2022

If you struggling as a student or just wanted to learn something but having a rough time understanding the material, I HIGHLY recommend this course. If I've learned the things that they teach you in this course as a teen or as a college student, I would have been a better student.

By Hilda F

Feb 21, 2022

One of the best courses I have ever taken! Topics very well explained, with good examples and excellent tips for learning. A course that I recommend to all people who not only want to learn how to learn, but for all those who are interested in keeping their brain active and healthy.

By Boonyathorn P

Jan 7, 2022

I'm English-language learner. At first, I enrolled this course because I want to practice English listening and reading skill, but later, I found that the lessons are also very interesting and useful for me as a university student and future teacher. Thank you for this great course.

By Aymane S

Feb 16, 2021

I think it was an amazing course. Compact and to the point, I have never felt bored, and the variety of lessons made it so rich and made me always look forward to the next session. The way the information is delivered is very clear. I think it's one of the best courses I have taken.

By Sebastian J S

Nov 30, 2020

This course has helped me to improve my skills when I face new topics that are sometimes complicated, it has shown me efficient ways to face academic challenges and in an educational way how to draw up a plan to learn to manage my brain, my customs and habits to enhance my knowledge

By Christopher F

Oct 16, 2020

I took this course for two reasons. 1. It’s a Prerequisite for a Badge Program I’m in called The Strenuous Life. 2. The old adage of you can’t “Teach an Old Dog New Tricks” is a false statement. Old Dogs ( Me) love to learn New Tricks! Learning is one of the only constants in Life!

By Burhanettin B K

Sep 30, 2020

In the digital era, we met several people who we do not in real life. Barbara Oakley and Terrence Sejnowski are the best examples of that concept I think. I am thankful to Coursera and my teachers, looking forward to encounter in new courses and hopefully meet personally in one day!

By Arjun S T

Aug 2, 2020

This is the course which is 'i say' made for me brilliant work both professors and it helps me alot to overcome prcastination (habit of delaying work) and making learning a habit is so important in your life..

At the end only HABITS are matter in your life...

Thank you from INDIA🙏