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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

BA

Nov 5, 2016

Amazing course, I learned a lot of new techniques for self motivation, and effecient learning. Now, I feel more confident to take further steps in improving and developing myself. Thank you so much :)

EJ

Aug 25, 2023

This is course is so helpful it will debunk all the false beliefs and the wrong thing that you're doing in your life. It will also help you to understand your brain, that will make you a good learner.

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By Deleted A

Nov 13, 2016

Practical advice rooted in understandable explanations of scientific findings, with a lot of opportunities to dig deeper in necessary literature. Excellent course, highly recommended.

By Brigitte U

Sep 23, 2016

Excellent content design, agile and dynamic. It ranges from the simple to the profound, with scientific and human foundation towards self-improvement. Bright driving Professor Oakley.

By Liz C

Mar 8, 2016

I was looking for something to help me think differently, or to how to do it, what steps to take. This course has helped me immensely and is one that would be beneficial to everyone.

By Jonathan A

Dec 13, 2015

Este curso, es concreto, preciso y claro. Me gustó mucho lo pausada que es la profesora y que siempre trae a distintos expositores que pueden darnos tips para conseguir nuestras metas

By Li Q

Nov 25, 2015

Really helpful.

I actually knew some techniques before learning this course, though I'v got a deeper understand of that and got some new skills about how to learn.

Thank you very much.

By Daniël M

Nov 14, 2015

Excellent way to think about how you are learning and why certain techniques work and others don't. Also a fun way to learn more about the brain. The professors are obviously experts.

By PB

Nov 14, 2015

to obtain the general ability to learn new things you are not familiar with, this course provides valuable advice/guidance on the way you learn.it is a prime corner stone of learning.

By Yuriy L

Nov 12, 2015

Though I've read several books regarding this subject, this course was still very valuable and interesting. I especially liked all of the optional interviews at the end of each week.

By Amanda M

Sep 24, 2015

Brilliant course. So incredibly thoughtful and challenging all at the same time. Thank you for changing my approach to learning. I continue to push this course out to everyone I know.

By Linh T

Sep 11, 2015

This is such a wonderful and amazing course! I'm so glad I decided to take this course. It is a real life-changing experience! This is the exact thing that schools should be teaching!

By Luis E G A

Sep 6, 2015

Awesome, here are the explanations of the way we study and how to improve your learning, effective and full of puns (this is seriously). Congratulations to Dr Oakley and Dr Sejnowski!

By Gopichand B

Sep 1, 2015

It is a very useful course which will be of help to anyone who wants to learn anything.

The techniques mentioned will make learning anything easier.

I recommend this course to everyone.

By Pascale M

Aug 31, 2015

Great and helpful course, the instructors explain the material in a clear and relaxed manner. Additionally you find a lot of interesting bonus material. Thanks for making this course!

By Adarsh T

Sep 25, 2022

This was a great course mostly gave productivity tips for students and anybody who wants to learn the process of learning correctly It serves as an instruction manual for the brain.

By Corwin B

Jul 31, 2022

I am absolutely amazed, Its criminal our schol system's dont teach this at all,

Great stuff I learned so much about how to properly learn I will be teaching this to my 2 teenagers!

By silvany d

Apr 4, 2022

Esse curso é sensacional. Um conteudo prático e claro. Você não consegue parar de assistir de tão interessante cada aula se torna. Vale muito a pena fazê-lo. Você aprende a aprender.

By Tobias R

Mar 31, 2022

This is a great way to get a handle on how our brains work as relates to learning. I would reccomend this class to anyone wjo wants to gain some extra tools when it come to learning.

By Ahreum K

Jan 23, 2022

Sincerely grateful for being able to access this course. The contents were very helpful and the key take-aways already have impact on my perspectives and learning methods. Thank you.

By Eyoel G

Oct 14, 2021

It is by far one of the best courses that I have ever taken. It is very beneficial for any student who wants to do well in learning and getting a better way of test taking technique.

By Najla

Oct 4, 2021

I absolutely loved this course, thank for everything

I'll make sure that everyone of my students know all these mental tools in order to help them just like they helped me in my life

By Carlos A C T

Oct 2, 2021

Classes are excellent, with meaningful and transformative content. The interviews are great and have relevant content that is more appealing to the course. Gratitude to the creators.

By Raina M

Sep 22, 2021

I enjoyed learning how to learn. I learnt so many techniques and am grateful for the guidance provided by Prof. Barbara Oakley and Prof. Terrance Sejnowski. It was a good experience.

By Krishnakumar

Aug 14, 2021

Very interesting course. Enjoyed it. Had read a few books on memory in the past . The course had some additional points of learning for me. The interviews and references were useful

By Suchat N

Jul 9, 2021

i learned so much from this course. The knowledge will allow me to improve my ability in learning. More than the knowledge, I learn the mindset for being a life-long learner. Cheers!

By Andrew J

Jun 27, 2021

Loved this class! It gave me more perspective on my brain and how we learn. Take this course if you are in school and want to be more efficient with your time, or just love learning.