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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 Akib A K

Jun 8, 2020

Awesome course! I didn't actually feel any pressure while watching the videos and attempting the quizzes. I didn't have to work on absorbing the lectures as the wonderfully designed quizzes and assignments helped me absorb the lectures.

By Gregory S

May 28, 2020

Excellent course! It almost begins to repeat data or advice, but comes at scenarios from different perspectives, so it was always fresh! I cannot recommend this course enough for anyone who is interested in learning more efficiently. A+

By Rosani B

May 11, 2020

Where was this course when I was a student!? I am grateful to have the opportunity to learn how to learn. Using effective techniques and learning what methods work vs don't was extremely helpful. I know I will take this with me forever.

By Pimwipha C

Apr 26, 2020

If I have to choose only one course from Coursera, I would say I would pick this course. I regret that I should have learned this course while I studied in high school and university. I learned a lot from this course. Thank you so much!

By Ahmed A

Apr 26, 2020

Great course, the instructors presented it in a very simple enjoyable way.

I discovered a lot of new things about how to be an efficient learner and handle tests in a successful way.

Thank you for all the team of Learning how to learn? .

By UDAY B K

Apr 25, 2020

Excellent presentation, study material and last but no of tests with minimum 70 % for passing.

I have learned lot from this course. I will try to implement in my life. Also ideas can be shared to other persons so that they can improve.

By Krishna L

Jul 7, 2019

A refreshing perspective on the science behind learning. The course also introduces a set of simple tools that anyone can apply in their daily lives for a positive change. Some of the optional assignments and videos are interesting too.

By Ranga S

Mar 11, 2018

Well Structured and well paced course with Summary at the end of each week and testing by module and again testing in the end. This is very useful to all learners given that learning is a life long activity in everyone's life. Thanks.

By Vivek K

Jan 22, 2018

This is great course which teaches skill useful in every walk of life . The teachers make the techniques very clear and help you to develop the interest further . I am thankful to the teachers and all those who made this course possible

By Daniel L

Nov 14, 2017

I loved doing this course ! I learned about tools and techniques which can help me study all life long in a more relaxed way and, most certainly, without stress.

Each lesson was easy to understand and Barb Oakley is a wonderful teacher.

By Mahmoud A M E

Jul 12, 2017

The content of the course is very Awesome, Really I have learned a lot from the course and I advice any one not just students in any disciplines further Academic or Non-Academic.

Thanks a lot

Dr. Barbara Oakley &

Dr. Terrence Sejnowski,

By Roman

Oct 16, 2016

After completing this course you'll learn a lot of useful techniques and ideas which allow you to learn much faster and better. Moreover some techniques are very helpful in your daily life and could have significant impact on your life.

By Marina D

Oct 12, 2016

Exceptional course! very useful, thanks a lot for putting it together. I totally change my approach to learning. i suggest this course MUST be the first one suggested by Coursera to help students to learn the rest of the courses better.

By Linlin Z

Jul 20, 2016

The course was very informational. I have a biological science background and took a neuroscience class when I was in college. This class integrated many scientific knowledge and presented various ways to help people learn how to learn.

By Edima

Dec 29, 2015

Learning How to Learn is a fantastic course as it delves into underlying principles that helps us to understand. I highly recommend this course to anyone that wants to unlearn bad learning habits or wants to learn good learning habits.

By 叶丹

Dec 27, 2015

A good course, I always know some of these idea in the course, but not systematically, so I tend to ignore them. Now I know that how to learn and those idea works. I am sure this course shall help me out of the mud and haze of thinking.

By aga

Nov 16, 2015

The course offers valuable information not only for students. I very much enjoyed funny and well prepared videos. Also the interviews with different guests added much to my understanding of the process of learning. Great job, thank you!

By Nathanael F

Sep 5, 2015

Amazing course that it's definitely helping me to improve my study skills! I recommend to everybody who is having problems with studying effectively or with procastrination! It also has very interesting interviews and reading materials!

By Hannah T

Aug 14, 2015

I highly recommend this to anyone who has trouble with procrastination and with struggling to teach themselves. It does an amazing job of teaching you how your brain works and how to tackle tough subjects you never thought you could do.

By John A

Jul 20, 2024

I was never a very good and or disciplined student growing up. I can see now that was due to the fact I never really learned "how" to learn effectively. This course has given me the tools in order to learn new and challenging topics.

By Mohammad K

Nov 26, 2023

It was an amazing and full of fun course I really enjoyed it and used some techniques mentioned directly in taking the course and in other study materials. I am a bit sad that it is finished and would like to learn more with the tutors

By Laura C

Sep 26, 2022

This was a great course for me having decided to go back to school online after many years of being out of school. If you are a new student fresh out of highschool or an oldie but a goodie like me.. you will find value in this course.

By James O

Aug 10, 2022

This is certainly the best course I've ever done in my life.Life changing and truly fascniating in all aspects. Thank you Barabara Oakley, Terry Sejnowski and the entire team involved in making this course possible. Thank you Coursera.

By Jessica M

Jun 5, 2022

I learned several new thigns from this course that I am going to apply to my daily life and any new thing that I need to learn. There were things in this course that I wish I had know when I was in school, both high school and college.

By Anupama S

Apr 9, 2022

This course is really helpful as it gives areat insights into our minds and how our brain works when we learn. The test taking tips are really useful. This course should be taught in all schools as it would really benefit the students.