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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 Girish K Y

Jan 10, 2016

This is what everyone should attend to develop these skills if you are struggling in learning things and to expertise if you already good at learning.

I am very thankful to Barbara and Terry for their wonderful lectures. Would love to join their schools

By Susan J

Oct 8, 2015

This course was outstanding in content and delivery, with a great mix of facts, examples and practice, as well as good tips. I am already using the tactics in everyday life! Worth doing if you're a teacher, a parent, or just someone who loves learning.

By Dalia P

Sep 25, 2015

Great learning!

I started to apply my knowledge since the beginning to my work and to help my kids as well.

Thanks Barbara you have inspired me and kept me interested all the time (no an easy task :)) I can't wait to take another course from you.

Dalia

By Evgeniya P

Aug 19, 2015

This is a really good course for... well, basically for everyone. It helped me to bust my learning (I'm a musician keen on learning languages). The instructor is very knowledgeable, and there is a lot of good humor and powerful metaphors in the course.

By Saqib H

May 21, 2022

This is a great course for improving your thinking and changing your mindset about learning, I think everyone should know a bit about the brain and how it works to learn more easily and effectively. I prefer this course to everyone at any level & age.

By Lohana P

Jul 7, 2021

I'm speechless to decipher the course, just amazing and wonderful. It exceeded all my expectations. By dedicating yourself and studying little by little, you can extract wonderful knowledge through the course content. Many thanks to everyone involved.

By Esteban F

Dec 31, 2020

GREAT MATERIAL! Very helpful, explained clearly and the length of videos and tasks was great for people with tight schedules. You can do 1 or 2 videos anytime since they are very short and that way progress a little bit every day.

Excellent Course!

By Miguel A G

Dec 22, 2020

Excelente curso para las personas que están por entrar a un grado de estudios, ya sea de licenciatura o posgrado, son herramientas que usualmente no enseñan en la universidad por lo que puede facilitar tu forma de aprendizaje. Lo recomiendo muchísimo.

By Paul N

Oct 29, 2020

Had no idea what to expect. Let me say I'm very pleased I took the time to take this course. I now have more tool in my toolbox to help be study and learn. Thank you for the extra "Chunks" no doubt I'lll use them to build solid walls in the future.

By AYSE İ P

Sep 29, 2020

The techniques and knowledge I learned in this course will always be very useful to me. Fortunately I attended the course. It was educational and fun at the same time - zombies-. My teachers (Terrence Sejnowski and Barbara Oakley) were great. Thanks !

By Bahadir B

Aug 21, 2020

If you'd like to learn the scientific bases of learning and increase your efficiency in learning, this course is the best toolkit for your lifelong learning journey. Appreciate for their efforts; Professor Barbara Oakley and Professor Terry Sejnowski.

By Nrupesh P

Jun 10, 2020

A very exciting, encouraging, and life-changing course. This really helps to make the learning easy for the tough subjects. The tricks and suggestions given in the course helps us to remember the things very well and perform better in the examination.

By Madhavi K

May 29, 2020

I really love this course. I will recommend this to my friends and peers. Material was easy to understand. Techniques were simple to apply in our day-to-day life. I wish I did this course before going to college. Better late than never... Learn away..

By Shyam L

May 18, 2020

I used audible to read the book "A Mind for Math and Science" and was fascinated with many things mentioned in the book. I took a plunge to take this course to deeply understand the nuances in learning. Hoping to put it to effect now into other areas.

By Solongo O

May 11, 2020

Absolutely useful tips on learning. In this journey of life, I believe we will forever learn new things. Having the skill and extraordinary tips on how to learn will make it far more enjoyable and easy to learn anything you want to learn in this life.

By Hossam S

Apr 20, 2020

Hello everybody i have realy enjoyed the course and i get alot of info about my mind and my way of thinking , it helps me realy alot and i recommended it to everyone . thank dr Dr. Barbara Oakley and Dr. Terrence Sejnowski for such an amazing course .

By Rodrigo E G C

Feb 5, 2020

It is a great course for learning new techniques that will help you learn anything if you apply them. Of course, you'll have to adapt those techniques to your circumstances and what fits best for you and your activities, but they sure will be helpful.

By Stella K

Feb 3, 2020

Very useful and important information. Thank you for the effort you put to create and maitain this course, it is very valuable for me even if I completed my academic education. The knowledge I gained is applicable in my life and my jurney in learning.

By Fahad H

Oct 18, 2019

A fantastic learning. I did not know this much about my brain and how it complements the learning. The tutors patience on the subject and explaining it exactly the way the techniques have been introduced is amazing. This is a must course for everyone!

By Kseniia

Jul 19, 2019

It is easy and interesting course about tools that can help us to learn more effective. I found a few new ideas. Learning is more sophisticated thing than I thought before. The knowledge how our brain works defiantly will help me learn better. Thanks!

By ash s

May 13, 2019

This course is very helpful, I love turning this on in the morning - as a form of podcast. Little changes they suggest, if implemented, have a profound impact on line. Also, try yoga and meditation - great augmentations to improve cognitive abilities.

By Deleted A

Feb 26, 2019

Easy to understand, beneficial and practical tips for "learning how to learn."

I will try to use some of these techniques- I am halfway through this course- and I will come back and add more to my review after I have completed this course.

So far, good!

By Ambuj S

Jul 2, 2018

This course is absolutely fantastic. As a 30 year old with a full time time job, this course has changed my approach towards learning and has given me the courage to learn and start new things, even at this age. Thank you Dr. Oakley and Dr. Sejnowski!

By Derek M

Jun 14, 2018

A class that I think should be a requisite at schools. I had discovered some of this techniques on my own the hard way, after completing a bachelor's degree.Wish I had taken this class before. Although, the tips will still help me through grad school.

By Rachel R

May 20, 2018

Spectacular! The relevant content was presented in the easiest way possible. Whether you simply want to be a better test taker or a lifelong learner, the learning techniques and tips discussed here will be beneficial. I highly recommend this course :)