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 :)
By Aleem Q
•Oct 26, 2021
I am really happy and glad i took this course. Many things are unfolded about learning, memory, and different parts of brain and their functions. Learning about the difference between focuses(Conscious) mind and Defuse(Sub-conscious Mind) is very helpfull and rewarding. Thank you.
By ibrahim E
•Nov 27, 2020
that course is so easy and I have gat a lot of information about memory , chunking , metaphor , inadequacy and a lot ..... so that is a great and useful ways to keep studying and learn how to learn . i repeat every things to my kids try to give them all i know about that course .
By Oliver P
•Nov 5, 2020
Wow! i didn't know there were many techniques in effectively using your brain. I have just discovered how to unlock my potential. What I like about the course is how the lectures were kept short and meaningful. I hope I can apply the techniques discussed in this course to my life.
By Di P C N G
•Jul 18, 2020
I found it enlightening: this course makes you understand how your brain works in very simple words. Actually it was very interesting reading how and why things I already did actually work best in my study routine and learning new things.
One of the best ways of spending your time!
By John T
•Apr 9, 2020
This course outlines effective ways to learn and how to escape old habits that may lower your effective ability to learn. If you've ever struggled with studying, procrastination, or find yourself having to reread materials; take this course to open up a new way to study and learn.
By Amal L C
•Sep 24, 2019
I just loved this course. It completely changed me and my way of looking at learning. It made love learning and not seeing the act of learning as a dreadful thing to do. I become an enthusiastic long-life learner. Thank you Dr. Oakley and Dr. Sejnowski. from the bottom of my heart
By Rashmi R
•Nov 17, 2017
The best course to learn how to learn. You will get answers many questions that you would have had on learning. The methods and techniques will be extremely helpful. I wish I had known these techniques when I was young where I would have enjoyed learning more than I actually did.
By 蔡芳芳
•Oct 25, 2017
This course is extremely useful for me. As living in a country that exam-oriented education takes the lead, I find that a lot of my former study method were wrong. Therefore, I would definitely recommend this course to my friends, cousins, and of course, my teachers. Thanks a lot.
By Kevin L
•Sep 16, 2017
Best course ever!! I have always been a slow learner. I hope to become a quicker learner by using some of the techniques i learned from this course. I tried to be consistent with my approach to learning. Sometimes before i fall asleep, i tried to recall what I did today. Thank you
By Ingo S
•May 23, 2017
very good insight on how learning is best organized and experienced
very good structure, guidance and media content on topics presented
highly valueable further reading recommendations and optional interviews
take your time - it´s worth it anytime
... Thank you very much from Germany
By Mangesh J
•Apr 9, 2017
Great Course!! I completed this course (without certificate) today at the age of 23 and wanted the 16 year old me embarking on an undergraduate education to have this material. Alas! All is not lost . Definitely a life changing course for me.Will put its principles into practice.
By Adriana G
•Jul 8, 2016
This course has change my life forever!!! Thanks to Dr. Barbara Oakley and Dr. Terry Sejnowski for teaching me how to learn!!
I highly recommend this course, as it shows strategies that can be applied in any life activity, as so...aren't we daily learners on the school of life! :D
By Rick B
•Feb 1, 2016
Excellent course, taught by excellent instructions. This is the only class I have taken that is talked about positively in other classes. If your looking for a great class, and learn something that will benefit you down the road of life, then invest some time and take this course.
By halry s
•Dec 10, 2015
That´s a wonderful course. It is also an unforgetable experience for everyone who wants to leave the "autopilot" of your own sort of learning and really have a brilliant opportunity of learning from a dynamic and powerful dimension which can really brings good significant results!
By Bruno
•Dec 2, 2015
This is a great course. As day go by, the more you apply the techniques you've learned in this course, the more you'll see the differences in your learning process. Your mind and body will appreciate. It's a healthy way to get the most of the learning process. I totally recommend!
By Omaima A
•Nov 13, 2015
This course is great. I enjoyed every minute of the lectures and the interviews too. It was very motivating and informative. I learned a lot from it to teach my self and my kids too. Barbara did a great job throughout the course. I recommend this course for everyone at any age.
By Francis J P
•Oct 9, 2015
This course is excellent. I gives many techniques to help improve learning which are applicable to any subject, as well as giving insight into how the learning process in our brains actually work. Dr. Oakley, who is the main presenter, does a wonderful job presenting the material.
By Abdalrazzaq Q
•Apr 3, 2025
IT'S AN AMAZING COURSE! it has eye opening and thoughtful ideas that will help you understand, structure and develop your learning skill, while allowing you to see potential weaknesses in your system! I can't thank the instructors enough! they were amazing and nice! Amazing work!
By richard s
•Jul 3, 2023
Great course. Learned a lot and have started to use the strategies I learned in my studies. Gave A Mind for Numbers book and recommended the Learning How To Learn Coursera course to my niece who is starting college in seven weeks, and my dad who is starting to have memory loss.
By Sherry B
•Dec 12, 2022
I think that Learning How to Learn was a great course to take. It really breaks down learning and how to learn more efficiently and with understanding. I encourage anyone who has trouble learning and retaining information to take this course. Thanks for teaching me how to learn!!
By Juan M R S
•Nov 16, 2020
More than the way in which you should learn to learn, the course in a general way shows you how you should handle the information in your brain. It is the living example of a good way to learn to learn on the subject of learning to learn.
They did a great job with this course.
By Anidhya G
•Oct 2, 2020
It is great course for those who thinks just because of some silly problems. My biggest problem was that i am not consistent toward my studies and i get easily distracted. There are many useful techniques i learned from this course and most that will change my life is "Pomodoro".
By Carlos A P B
•Aug 9, 2020
It is a refreshing take on learning whether you are a student or a teacher. It is interesting since I work as both and how I can use these techniques, tips and new concepts to improve learning experience and improve my lessons. Thank you Barbara and Terrence for all the material.
By CK V
•Jul 18, 2020
The best MOOC out there on the web. Trust me, you get the benefit of experience from the experts. Dr. Barbara Oakley, Dr. Terrence Sejnowski are the pioneers and they have worked immensely hard to bring this course to us !! Regards and respects and thanks a ton to coursera.com.
By 1805888
•Jun 21, 2020
I enjoyed learning this wonderful and interesting Subject very much.. :)
With Professor Barbara who was very beautiful through explaining and meeting creative professors in the field of neurology and modern easy learning .. Thank you. I learned a lot from you.
Best Regsrds
Amal J.