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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

WW

Aug 25, 2021

While following this course I had fun and I started to enjoy again to learn in a properly/right way. It can be fun and playful. Thanks a lot for this course Prof. Oakley, Prof. Sejnowski and Coursera!

JR

Oct 22, 2017

This Course Is awesome it gave me a new look on how my brain works and that i should actually take breaks which is probably why i get frustrated. I am Excited to Put what i have learned into practice.

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By Abhishek J

Aug 23, 2019

Prefect and insightful. I got few tools that I have started applying right away and it is helping me every day. I was wondering if I had this tutorial in my school days, I would have done any thing I would have dreamed off. Thank you for educating me about how to learn.

By Ishmael M (

Jul 29, 2019

Unlike other 'self improvement' courses, the scientific basis of the techniques in this course has made it easy for me to immediately start practicing on them and the results are already evident. In my doctoral studies, this course has been a great help. Excellent work!

By Cindy S

Mar 25, 2018

I learnt a lot from this course. how brain works in learning and I reflect myself learning habit. It provides the reason why we need to so , not do others. It's very practical course. and I plan to change myself in learning and also share the founding to others. thanks!

By Mohammad A

Feb 6, 2018

this course is pretty good, you will learn many tricks and techniques that make your studying skill more professional, I really wish if I had taken this before I graduate from the university, but at least I can use the material for learning anything else during my life.

By Gleb S

Nov 11, 2017

I think the course was very good, I have learned a lot. I already started using a lot of techniques from the course in my studies, and have already been noticing results, which is amazing. I think the course could further benefit if more "advanced" material is included.

By emily x

Jun 6, 2017

what i have learned from this course is beyond imagination.I recommand this course to more people who want to learn happily and effectively.After all learning is a life-time thing which means we all have to get along with it with all our heart and soul.Thank you Barbely

By Paolillo M

Nov 22, 2016

Excelente curso, explicaciones claras y concisas. Totalmente recomendable para comprender como funciona el aprendizaje y obtener herramientas esenciales para enfrentar cualquier tema complejo y abordarlo eficazmente y eficientemente . Demasiado bueno para ser gratis ;).

By Catherine D

Oct 16, 2016

Whether student or teacher, this course is a must. full of easy to learn, valuable insights that will save you time and energy throughout your life. I would have loved to have known this earlier as its applications are useful for both the full time and casual learner.

By Valentina P

Sep 29, 2016

Implementing even a few of the methods taught in this class helped me improve my learning and move forward. Knowing how to learn best is a key skill in today's world and Professor Oakland teaches this skill in a very clear and engaging way. I really enjoyed this course.

By James B

May 16, 2016

An outstanding practical course with just enough science for those of us who care about "how things work" about how our brain retains information and knowledge. After attending several graduate programs, I wish I had attended this course during my undergraduate studies.

By Alexandr K

Jan 29, 2016

A must learn course! So many insights! A charming lector! There is a proverb (from bible if i recall correctly) if you give man a fish - he will have food for one day, if you teach him fishing - he will have food for his entire life. This course teaches you how to fish.

By Oren G

Dec 5, 2015

This course is super simple and easy to digest. Its clear the tutors are super passionate about the subject matter and have gone to lengths to ensure its relevant, fun and memorable. Its straight forward and has quite a few effective pearls for helping one learn better.

By Marjorie B

Oct 11, 2015

I really like the way this course was done. It was full of explanations, metaphor, and allegory, such as learning methods they have presented. The MCQ at the end were great, and all the MOOC was done according to the learning concepts they wanted to present.

Thank you :D

By mustapha b

Aug 29, 2015

merci de ce cours que je trouve très intéressant qui nous permet d apprendre : des outils mentaux puissants qui nous aideront à maîtriser les matières difficiles et découvrir ces techniques d’apprentissage grâce à la compréhension du fonctionnement du notre cerveau

By Дмитрий Х

Sep 27, 2022

Очень интересный курс. Затрагивает процессы распределения времени с нестанддартной стороны, учит, как правильно сфокусироваться на получении новых знаний, а также даёт интересные лайфхаки на основе международной практики. Рекомендую посмотреть видео. Вы не пожалеете!)

By Bruno L V D

May 13, 2021

The best course that ever I could have taken, which taught me stuff that I thought I knew it. So it made me enjoy it minute by minute the way the teacher explains things that worth gold with fantastic techniques for better comprehension of any material and study field.

By Margaret B

Jan 7, 2021

This course is amazing! I went from a post highschool graduate who never knew a thing about how to study, to having ALL the tools to 1.Learn how to learn 2. How to manage seemingly overwhelming work loads and 3. How to actually retain needed Information in the longterm

By Rodney N

Aug 3, 2020

This course enabled me to be self-disciplined, and with the new techniques that I acquired from this course is incredible. I had fun along the way, and I'm sure to have good grades on my test. I am also confident to be exploring new studies and skills after the course.

By Santiago S O

Nov 25, 2017

This course was awesome. Teaching people learning how to learn seems a very basic thing in education, but there are not many people that take it seriously. Because of this I found the content of this course very helpful and thank instructors for the great job they did.

By Rajesh W

Apr 11, 2017

In 21st century, the one most important skill all people need to learn and practice in "Learning to Learn". This course is very effective in helping people acquire this skill and those who start practicing the same will take control of their learning and life, in turn.

By Eduardo S

Jan 31, 2017

Great course, it goes through the simple to the complex stuff about how your brain works when you are learning. It also teaches how to tackle procrastination and get rid of the anxiety during a test.

Not to say about the awesome teachers that we got. Learn How To Learn!

By Грищенко О К

Oct 4, 2016

Курс понравился! Теперь я знаю, как преодолевать трудности в обучении и сделать его более лёгким. До некоторых вещей я догадывалась ранее, но после прохождения курса он стали более ясными. Стоит пройти этот курс, чтобы сэкономить своё время при освоении чего-то нового.

By Luiz G

Sep 26, 2016

Fantastic course. Excellent outline of learning techniques, with very friendly instructors, and quite an accessible approach to deep, complex matters related to human psychology and neurology. I would recommend this course to anyone, regardless of their field of study.

By Rocio H

Jun 13, 2016

Excelente curso, he aprendido herramientas muy útiles, me hubiera gustado llevarlo cuando estaba en la universidad, pero aún me es muy útil porque uno nunca termina de aprender. Felicitaciones y éxitos, sigan ayudándonos con nuevos cursos, gracias, saludos desde Perú.

By Julia S

Mar 13, 2016

Without exaggeration this is one of the most powerful tool to change your life. I guess it should be mandatory course for all students no matter the field. I can help you to achieve everything you want in professional and personal life. Thank you very much for sharing.