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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects by Deep Teaching Solutions

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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

JS

Aug 13, 2017

I really appreciate the time these guys invested in this course and am willing to take it again if they re-explain some topics in order to refresh some things that with time haven't stayed in my mind.

AK

Aug 17, 2017

It was a wonderful journey of learning how to learn. Simple and effective. Wish i had come across something like this a little early in life. But better late than never. Keep up the good work. Thanks.

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By Jess H

Oct 13, 2016

This may be the most important course you ever take. it sets the stage for effective learning for every other course. It should be on the syllabus of every child in grade 9 as the basis for all their future learning.

By Jana R

Jan 29, 2016

This is a fantastic course. The visuals are perhaps not particularly modern, but they are unique and make the course more memorable. When I'm a teacher one day, I want all of my students to complete this course first.

By 孟璇

Jan 2, 2016

I have learnt a lot from this course,It does help me in learning n memory,I have been studying BEC n korean these days ,and I really benefited from the spaced repetition. thanks & appriciate for LEARNING HOW TO LEARN.

By J A M

Dec 18, 2015

This is a gem of a class. It provides the foundation for all other classes.

The trick, of course--like all other important lessons in life--is to properly implement the material presented given each student's context.

By Ryan M

Nov 28, 2015

This course is fantastic. Learning is a life long journey so better understanding the process of learning is incredibly valuable. I have already started using some of the strategies in my further learning and working.

By Ap A

Oct 25, 2015

Amazing Course! Dr. Barbara Oakley has a wonderful sense of humour to keep the lectures engaging. One of the most interesting and practical courses I have come across on Coursera both in terms of content and delivery!

By Humera S

Oct 20, 2015

Excelllent, Superb, Just amazing. The material presented is very interesting with lot of illustrations.

The series of lectures by both the instructors is outstanding. Concisely and effectively delivered.

Thanks so much.

By Suraya H H

Sep 4, 2023

Amazing course which really opens up your perspective on how we learn and how we learn best. Would highly recommend that you take this course once at any stage of your learning journey. All the best, fellow learners!

By Hama A

Jul 26, 2023

It was wonderful learning how to learn, I have always wanted to invest in self-learning but don't know where and how to start.

This course has been a huge help in this aspect. I can from now on learn anything I want.

By Marko N

Oct 28, 2022

Nice course that explains some useful learning techniques. It also explains the learning process pretty well, and that can be useful to gain a better understanding of yourself, and optimize your learning experience.

By Anjali D

Oct 4, 2022

I learned and accepted many of the facts of learning which are very essential in learning in any field. I loved how the teachers have simplified and made the course interesting . Thankyou for providing this course.

By João F C

Aug 27, 2022

O curso é muito bom, o que recomendo é orgnaizar melhor todos os tópicos no final do curso para facilitar o aluino, pois quem busca tal curso pode ter uma grande dificuldade em perceber as nuances que esse oferece.

By Alpay A

Jan 7, 2022

i loved and enjoyed every part of it.. i learned i lots of useful informations, tips and tricks in this course.. i will have my 10 years old daughter to take this course so she can learn how to learn.. thanks a lot

By Lin H

Sep 19, 2021

Things I didn't think of for as old as I am... Like our instructors said, this is going to be a life changer - you spend less time focusing, more time having fun, but at the same time, learn more. Isn't that amazing!

By Scott K

Jan 7, 2021

This is a wonderful course for new and older learners like myself. I have struggled with learning all my life and really appreciated the advice and helpful, positive support this course provides.

Thank you very much!

By Selenat B

Oct 24, 2020

I really enjoyed the course...oh I never know there is such training called learning how to learn I am differnet person now when it comes to learing new and hard things. thanks alot guys such a wonderfull training .

By ALFREDO C

Sep 30, 2020

Awesome course. Learning how to learn should be part of middle and high school required curricula. I will have my boys take advantage of Dr Oakley and Dr Sejnowski expertise and have them take this course. Thank you.

By David S

Aug 24, 2020

I learned a lot about why sometimes we don´t succeed at school and what you can do to understand, learn, and remember the subjects you want to learn. I recommend this course. Also class is easy to understand and fun.

By VALERIE A B

Jul 28, 2020

This course has really helped me think about learning and find better ways to learn. The one big take away for me from this course is the Pomodoro which I am using everyday. It's helping me actually get through work.

By MYTHILI S

Jul 16, 2020

It was extremely awesome. I actually used these techniques in my daily life before taking this course, but never knew if it was right. This source gave me that I am right and am eager to teach these to whoever I see.

By Patibanda p

Jul 4, 2020

that is really a fantastic and an eye opener course for me. If you really feel difficult to work or learn but you still have urge to learn and then if things seem impossible to you! then this the best course for you.

By LIZBETH P B C

May 18, 2020

This course help me to learn new techniques to use when I am learning something and help me to remember some that I new before. Thanks to the teachers, the envited people and all the coursera team for make this real.

By Beatrix T

May 7, 2020

The friendliness and warmth of the course instructors were encouraging, and helped me through difficult times. I will be returning to this course frequently and continue practising what I've learned from this course.

By Nomfundo

Apr 26, 2020

I have learned excellent tools that I have already begun to implement like the Pomodoro. I have also learned more about the brain, and what good habits to practice in order to make the most of my learning experience.