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

Top reviews

RS

Sep 7, 2015

I am a more effective learner as a result of this course. It has also, surprisingly, increased my enjoyment while learning. Thanks to Barbara and Terry for a well presented and informative production.

JS

Aug 14, 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.

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By Ruby C

Jun 10, 2020

Barb and Terry were amazing. They seemed very natural and passionate about sharing learning how to learn. This is the first ever course I took from Coursera. Because of them I am hooked with learning more through Coursera as well.

By Mayur G

Mar 30, 2020

It was very easy to understand. The course content is designed for anyone who wants to improve their learning, from students to professionals. I got some really good tips and pointers to apply to anything that I'm trying to learn.

By Abhijeet J

Dec 16, 2019

It is a very very useful course for anyone aiming to learn and understand any new subject or even a subject which is already known. It has given some interesting tools for mastering a subject matter and in turn a key to success!!!

By Patrick H

Apr 29, 2019

This is an excellent course that accomplishes its ambitious goal of helping people learn to learn. It provides effective strategies while busting learning myths. It is also simply fun with very high production values throughout.

By Andreas P

Jan 12, 2019

This is great course, even if you're older and not a student anymore. The techniques described not only help with learning but also with getting work done more effectively. It is invigorating and helpful, and a pleasure to follow.

By Reilley L

Nov 27, 2018

The material is presented in a pretty interesting manner. I very much so like the format with the shorter videos instead of huge, 45 minute videos that can't be finished in one sitting. Much thanks to Dr. Oakley and Dr. Sejnowski.

By NIKHIL S

Mar 4, 2018

This was my first ever online course that I am able to finish and it was just mind-blowing course. I came to know about various brain facts and techniques. Now, I am open to learn anything that comes my way without any hesitation.

By Mirna S

Jan 14, 2018

Eye Opener. Great techniques based on evidence and applications.Thank you for the many very interesting interviews and optional readings. This is definitely the course I needed to go back to learning after a very long study break.

By Luc T

Jun 15, 2017

This was an excellent introductory course. Very well structured, well organized, very clear, and I learned a lot about learning! And Drs. Oakley and Sejnowski are wonderful professors - very engaging and they make it fun to learn.

By Daniel U

Sep 28, 2016

This is one of the best course I've ever taken, great source of wisdom. It teaches that there is no need of suffering but enjoying. It explains that distractions are all out there, but teaches you the way to ignore them and focus.

By Alfonso E P

Jul 14, 2016

Me gusto el curso, te enseña aspectos que no son del dominio publico.

Ya lo termine y no se como saber si quedo algo pendiente, creo que conteste todos los examens con excelente calificación, como hago para recibir mi certificado.

By Hugo E G L

Jun 22, 2016

One of the most useful Courses that I have taken. It will help you to tackle those difficult subjects at college. It will also help you to excel in the different aspects of you live.

Really helpful.

Take it! You won't regret it.

By Ondřej O

Jun 9, 2016

Really good. It helped me to improve my learning skills and I have learned some new information about brain and how the learning is done.

Need to practise and try all new methods but the videos were great and funny.

Thanks a lot.

By C Z

Nov 27, 2015

This course is awesome. Even though I am a high school student, I found many useful knowledge in this course. All the information is understandable and I don't think I have much pressure in learning this course. Thanks Coursera :D

By Pete O

Nov 21, 2015

Simply presented, quick, well structured and useful for work, home and education. This should be taught to everyone - and I know I have recommended it to so many myself.

Strongly recommended. It will change your approach forever.

By Kritika S

Oct 8, 2015

Thank you for this great course. I have learnt so much from this course and realized what was I doing wrong while trying to learn in the past. Pomodoro technique is making a big difference in my life. Thank you Dr. Barbara Oakley.

By Clifford P

Sep 3, 2015

This class and its course material was exactly what I needed to get return to the academy and begin learning again. I failed the first time but after this class, I feel very competent and much better capable to get back to school.

By Doreen Z

Aug 19, 2015

Can't thank the team enough! Lectures were clear and bonus videos are invaluable. Glad that this is my first course on Coursera. No stress at all, just intrinsic motivation to become a better learner. This course is a great guide!

By Malu S

Jul 18, 2023

It is a GREAT course, the nowledge that i've got from those weeks that I spent studying this courses content is going to be with me forever and impact my future in a inimaginable way, thank you so much Learning How To Learn team!

By Samia K

Mar 25, 2022

This course has given me a paradigm shift! It's amazing how Barbara and Dr. Sejnowski are giving away this useful and groundbreaking information for free for the masses. I am definitely going to apply this in my learning journey.

By Dimitrios A

Oct 13, 2021

This course brought new concepts in the way people learn, and made me re-evaluate my way of thinking. There are a lot of benefits by taking this course, but you should have an open mind and learn how to learn with other methods.

By Thijs

Sep 3, 2021

Very insight full, I knew some of the materials and tips that where disucced but now its really tied together in understanding. Its also really nice that the way th cource is structured you automaticly trained in what is tought.

By Joyce

Jun 21, 2021

Didn't know how memory or our brain work till I finished this course. Coursera users are interested in learning / improving ourselves, why not starting from this course to apply those techniques you've acquired on your learning!

By stefano f

Mar 17, 2021

An amazing journey inside the brain and how its inner cogs and gears can be used to our advantage, especially when one needs to learn new things, break harmful habits and make the best out of his studying. Absolutely recommended.

By Jobelle S G

Nov 21, 2020

I hope more and more people discover and take advantage of this very useful course. Both the instructors provided meaningful insights that can be applied to real world situations when trying to learn, especially complex subjects.