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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

KD

Jun 23, 2021

This course is more than what I expected to learn from this course. The explaining skills of the educators of this course are great.

Thank to our educators dr.barbara oakley and terrance sejwoniski

KG

Feb 3, 2016

I specially like the optional interviews. These learning case studies are quite insightful and you might just find a something that you can relate to, which might help in the grand scheme of things :)

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By Alec C

Apr 13, 2019

I think the quiz material was too easy and should be more challenging. This would force the learner to recall more information and learn it more deeply.

By Matheus V

Mar 13, 2019

This course definitely provide us with the tools and techniques required to 'learn how to learn' as well as to improve the learning curve on any subject.

By Anderson R S

Feb 23, 2019

Very practical and useful for improving methods of study. It is really better than expected, using solid scientific data but showing it in an easier way.

By Guilherme C

Jun 10, 2018

Very useful and thought-provoking course, presented in a humorous and easygoing way. Recommend to everyone interested in improving their learning skills.

By Steve V

Apr 9, 2018

Awesome! I wish I could learn this course early. Thanks you so much professors and coursera. Hope as much as possible young leaners can take this course.

By Daniela L V

Jul 22, 2017

This is a very useful, clear, easy and fun course to improve your learning skills. Teachers make classes very interesting and dynamic. I really liked it.

By Jeremy L

Apr 20, 2017

This course contained the information I expected to learn. Providing a basic understanding of better and more effective learning techniques. Thank you!

By Alexandre A d S

Apr 17, 2017

The course stimulated my return to studies. The techniques were important for learning English. I am motivated to seek new learning. Thank you very much!

By kslg90@yahoo.com.mx

Mar 30, 2017

Felicidades!!!! empecé a utilizar las técnicas me han funcionado bastante bien aprendo mas rápido, gracias en hora buena y felicidades a los profesores.

By Jawwad A

Mar 19, 2017

Excellent course to gain insights about the Learning Process and how one can utilize some of the best techniques out there to master the art of learning.

By Barbara B

Sep 6, 2016

Learning How to Learn is such an amazing course! I couldn't recommend it more! It's really making a difference in my life and changing things for better!

By Deleted A

Aug 30, 2016

Bastante acertado, no satura en lo absoluto en los minutos del video, explícito y muy efectivo para mejorar la forma en cómo aprendemos. Estoy encantada!

By James C

Aug 28, 2016

If you did not receive a good private school education then you'll probably find this course helpful. It was a great course and it was very informative.

By morefreeze

Jun 11, 2016

I have learned many useful things but not in school or college. I have started to learn Calculus in Coursera to apply these technique. Good luck with me!

By Dasha V

Apr 17, 2016

Great tips for active learners and those who'd like to improve their studying techniques!!

Grateful to a professor and the team for an insightful session!

By Eric W

Feb 17, 2016

The book "a mind for numbers" is well worth the price. It helps fill in the gaps in some of the lectures and provides additional and in depth information

By Emilio

Feb 10, 2016

It's amazing how often the best practices and the good habits that could boost the learning process are overlooked.

Thanks for teaching us hot to learn !

By Francis

Feb 4, 2016

Very clear illustration of how our brains work and very useful technique to overcome lots of our learning problems!Thank you Barbara and Dr. Sejnowski!!!

By Aishwarya P

Dec 29, 2015

It's made my brain energized to do anything I want to learn. Now I know how can I learn almost anything.

Special thanks to Barbara Oakley for this course.

By Vishnu P

Sep 15, 2015

This course is quite interesting, and has shifted my paradigm on how we learn. I am excited to apply these concepts in my life long journey of learning.

By KATHY S

Sep 14, 2015

I have recommended this course to many people. It is helping me in every aspect of my life. The information imparted to the students can help everyone.

By Princess S

Sep 3, 2015

I don't even know how to express how grateful I am for this course. I know that it will truly help me in real life situations and not just in my studies.

By James M

Aug 20, 2015

I have no hesitation recommending this excellent course. Whether studying, finished studies, or helping others study, this course provides great insights

By Tiago A R S

Sep 23, 2023

Amazing course, I have no regrets taking this as my first course on Coursera, and since it's also a free course I can recommend it to all my friends ; )

By Francisca E

Sep 3, 2022

Buen curso, definitivamente me entregó muchas herramientas para poder aprender mejor y para poder dar uso en mi ejercicio como docente. Muchas gracias.