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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://sale-newyear.com/learn/aprender To join the fully translated Spanish version of the course, visit: https://sale-newyear.com/learn/aprendiendo-a-aprender To join the fully translated Chinese version of the course, visit: https://sale-newyear.com/learn/ruhe-xuexi To join the fully translated French version of the course, visit : http://sale-newyear.com/learn/apprendre-comment-apprendre...

Top reviews

CM

Aug 18, 2016

Probably the most important course I've ever taken in my life and it was completely free. Already applied many of the concepts and have seen the difference. Do yourself a favor and take this course.

BA

Nov 6, 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 :)

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By Vinnie T

Mar 22, 2023

Estupendo curso. Me he encontrado físicamente mal al aprender que mis métodos de estudio, los que aprendí hace casi 20 años son incorrectos.

También es una gran ayuda para aprender a identificar qué cosas te hacen procrastinar y ser más efectivo resolviendo problemas o intentando aprender nuevas cosas

By Hưng P N

Dec 11, 2022

the course was awesome. I have gained a lot of methods and approaches to learning.

The importance of sleep to remove toxins and increase concentration.

Optimizing 2 states of the brain to remember lessons longer, from short-term memory to long-term memory

Thank ProfBarbara Oakley Dr. Terrence Sejnowski

By FARHAD A 3

Aug 25, 2021

This was one of the most interesting, amazing and wonderful courses I have even enrolled. The Instructor was an amazing teacher. Her smile and brief and clean explanation made this course outstanding. I really enjoyed and learned a lot of new things in this course. Thank you so much for your efforts.

By Wong T S

Dec 10, 2020

This is one of the best courses I've ever taken with regards to learning. The professors don't only teach you the theory, they also show you how it is applied by interviewing the experts. It really makes a big difference. I just can't thank the professors enough for producing such a wonderful course.

By BEsther K

Feb 7, 2020

Among the many valuable lessons, I have learned in this course is the power of the brain when you recognize, nourish and use it. Some techniques existed passively in my life but now I use them intentionally to learn and be creative. It's been an insightful journey, Am glad I have learnt how to learn.

By Anne L

Oct 13, 2019

It is so refreshing to get all these explanations, given with so much dedication and kindness.These are things we should learn from the start, at school, instead of being given wrong clues about how to enjoy learning. Actually, this courses proves it is possible (and shows how to make it). Thank you.

By David M

Jul 8, 2019

I found this course incredible. It was organized in a way that practiced what it taught - a mixture of logical lessons, stories, and examples. I'm beginning medical school soon and am so grateful to the creators of this course for giving me a foundation of tools before I begin the journey. Thank you!

By Logan K

Feb 16, 2019

This class has been fantastic in teaching me the different ways the brain works to learn/absorb and remember new areas of interest. It was my first class I signed up for on Coursera and I'm so glad I took it. I've gotten so much from it, thank you guys!! It has been wonderful learning about learning.

By sai p

Aug 18, 2018

This is a very good course. It shows valuable insights on how our brain works and how to utilize to its full potential. This course also provides lot of valuable techniques which can be applied irrespective of domain. I think every student must go through this course and apply the methods prescribed.

By Debrah T

Jan 31, 2018

I enjoyed the course very much. The lecture videos and reading materials were very easy to understand. This course will change your entire perspective on learning and make it a rather enjoyable process.I recommend it to everyone out there keen on effective learning, regardless of the field of study

By Eric K L

Dec 27, 2015

Awesome! I took this course together with my 3 children, Ethan Lee (13), Claryn Lee (10) and Jolynn Lee (8) and we believed it was and will prove to be beneficial for all! Thanks so much Dr. Oakley and Dr. Sejnowski and the Learning How To Learn Team!! God Bless, from Eric Lee, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

By Johan S

Aug 24, 2015

I really liked the course. It was accessible, and the pedagogy was great. Whether or not I will use the techniques I don't know, but I definitely feel I have gotten a theoretical insight into the neurological processes surrounding learning and the practical ways to enhance these processes. Thank you!

By Tara C

Sep 4, 2022

This class was a delight to learn cos Dr. Oakley was very methodical and joyful in teaching. Highly recommended! :) I now have a better appreciation for learning and looking forward to apply all in my daily life. Thank you Coursera and Dr Barbara Oakley for this wonderful course! Much appreciated :D

By Jovin J

Aug 29, 2022

Dammn. This should be something taught to every single human let alone student on this planet. Learning is something all of us do, every day whether we like it or not and having these amazing insights into the mechanisms and tools required to modify and upgrade our learning process is A SUPERPOWER!

By Harshit K

Apr 12, 2021

Yeah, It was good, some of the concepts explained in this course were very common but we often forget the common things so this course helped me to remember and apply the things that were common in my life. The Instructor had a beautiful smile that was very refreshing. Overall an outstanding course.

By ayaan

Jul 6, 2020

This course really helped me learn better. From diffused modes to how to avoid procrastination, they also love to bring humor into what they are talking about. For example, they talk about zombie modes and your octopus modes. So for whoever wants to learn learning better, this is the course for you.

By KOK-CHEANG, L

Jun 22, 2020

I find the course to be beneficial and can be applied immediately to my learning. I particularly like the memory techniques and the ways to overcome procrastination. I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to understand more about the learning process and the neurological background to it.

By Ulugbek D

Dec 27, 2019

It's a great course to learn how to learn, literally. Certain techniques I used to use were also mentioned during the course. Most importantly, I learned a lot more and new ways on improving my learning skill. I would like to revisit course materials when I "hit" the wall during my learning process.

By Екатерина А М

Aug 24, 2019

Благодарю за реально практичный курс! Рекомендую всем независимо от возрасты. Простые и эффективные технологии помогут вам и в жизни, и в карьере! Организаторы - супер профессионалы! И была приятна удивлена, что Барбара О. (автор курса) еще и прекрасно владеет русским языком, что большая редкость!

By Ilham

Jun 2, 2019

Life lessons that should be taught in schools. The basic skills that everyone needs. I (med student) am grateful to all the people who made this possible. Thank you. Special thanks to Dr. Barbara Oakley, Dr. Terrence Sejnowski and people behind the scene who made this course possible and accessible.

By Mitchell B

Jun 6, 2018

Great course with powerful information. This was assigned for my summer math class and was not given a good time window to complete, so I had to cram it in(funny because that is very contradictory to the material. I will keep refreshing myself on the notes I took and attempt to teach others with it.

By Yu D H

Apr 29, 2018

Magnificent. It helped me really understand why certain techniques had worked for me over the years, and which techniques I should learn and hone to improve my learning. I found Dr. Oakley's story especially motivational, and have been inspired to try and learn more than I thought myself capable of.

By David C

Dec 28, 2017

El curso brinda las bases para el entendimiento del proceso de aprendizaje y adquisición de información, también técnicas excelentes para facilitar el aprendizaje de nuevos conocimientos y vencer hábitos perjudiciales para el rendimiento académico como la procrastinación o "dejar todo para después".

By Aivaras Š

Jan 14, 2017

Thank you really much for this awesome course! I only wish that I had seen it earlier, 6 years ago, when I began my university studies. This year I am finishing my Masters degree in Computer science. I strongly believe that this gained knowledge will help me for my whole remaining lifetime learning.

By Luis F X A d O

Nov 14, 2016

Parabéns aos envolvidos pelo curso. As aulas são didáticas, com tempos razoáveis e os materiais complementares são excelentes. As técnicas apresentadas serão bastante úteis durante meu processo de aprendizagem e certamente vou rever os vídeos e fazer testes para manter esse conhecimento sedimentado.