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.
By Luis C S
•Feb 1, 2016
I've learnt very useful tools which I'm going to start applying very soon. Very interesting to know a little bit about how our great brain works. Teachers know how to transmit the ideas in a concise but effective way. Thanks!
By Mohamad S A
•Dec 24, 2015
Most exciting course that I encountered through 3 yrs being active on coursera. Big thanks to everybody involved and keep it up! You help people change their lives and achieve their dreams. And sophistication is contagious :)
By Nikki S
•Nov 23, 2015
Fantastic course. There were complex concepts delivered in simple (but not patronising) language, and some practical steps to take during your continued learning.
Thank you very much for an entertaining and informative course.
By Priyamvadha M
•Oct 2, 2015
The quiz questions were laced with humour and made it easier to recall the techniques. Lot of new facts and information were shared in the course and I believe it will really help me address one huge problem: procrastination.
By Alice C
•Sep 24, 2015
Great course to help one be aware how they learn and become a more effective learner. Recommended to my 14 years old son to take. It will make his high school years so much more easier and he will be a pro at it by college!
By Kalpana K
•Sep 9, 2015
This is a great course for all people who learn especially students. There are many techniques taught to focus as well as for intuitive thinking methods. The lecturers are wonderful. Ms. Barbara Oakley keeps you on your toes.
By Marco T
•Aug 27, 2015
Learning how to learn is a very practical course and, despite of that, it is extremely based on scientific knowledge. This combination results in a valuable tool for everyone who is interested in improve its learning process.
By Resalat R
•Aug 18, 2015
This course is really amazing and helpful for everybody (no doubt - specially for me). Now, I know why I were a procrastinator and how to manage it with ease.
Thanks to all involved with the development of such a good course.
By Jair C P
•Oct 15, 2024
Great, the lady teaching has good sense of humor. when I was drifting away she would always say something interest about her live (like being in the army) or tell a funny joke this would always bring back to paying attention
By David S
•Aug 13, 2024
The course, Learning How to Learn, is a mix of recent theory of learning and practical learning tricks and tips. It seems useful both for practitioners (educators and education researchers) as well as students in all fields.
By PikYuen C
•Jun 30, 2022
This is an amazing course. The depth of content was way beyond my expectations when I signed up for the course. The course made me aware of my own learning profile and where and how I can improve my learning journey ahead.
By Ramah A
•Jul 14, 2021
This Course presents us with techniques and advises to help all learners regardless of there area of expertise to better learn in a more productive and effective manner through giving an understanding of how our brain works.
By Kanchana B P
•Jun 9, 2021
Excellent Course! Comprehensive topic have been explained in a simple language so that anyone can understand easily. I strongly recommend this course to everyone at any walks of life to explore this course without any doubt.
By Raul A
•Feb 23, 2021
This is an Excellent way to overcome our old Ideas abour learning, let us to realice that the overlearning and the illutions of competence laike einstellung don´t works in a good way for enhance our approaches and knowledges
By Lakshmanan G
•Dec 22, 2020
A very useful course. Thanks to Efforts put in by the teaching faculty Professors Barbara Oakley and Terrance Sejnowski to make to the course easy to assimilate. Brilliant effort. The videos were easy to understand. Thanks.
By Arfa A
•Jun 10, 2020
For someone who has struggled with tests all her academic career, this course was extremely helpful! I learned so much about my brain and effective techniques to retain important concepts and work through complex situations.
By Mustakimur R
•Jun 3, 2020
Learned So much from this course.Now I think i can able to learn tougher subjects that are really hard for me.Thank you so much to share this tips and tricks with us.I think lot of students will be helpful doing this course.
By Sangram M
•May 18, 2020
It's a very well constructed course and the trainers are very knowledgeable and inspiring. I got to learn a lot from it. I thoroughly enjoyed the interviews of learners from different fields and their insights into learning.
By jianguang
•May 16, 2020
it really give me insight on how our brain to running and what is the difference between working memory and long term memory. how to more effective use your brain. very good content , thanks teachers elaborate preparing
By Nguyen D
•Mar 1, 2020
A great course! Considering myself an experienced learner, I'm still thrilled and excited with all the information and knowledge gained from this course. It's a good way to consolidate and systemise what I've learned so far.
By Patryk W
•Jan 22, 2020
This is my first Coursera course that I have taken and I have to say that it was very professional. Definitely will learn some more new things on this platform as I find it very helpful in growing and developing your skills.
By Lisa M
•Jan 18, 2020
It was eye-opening to read about the reasons why one procrastinates and how to overcome this habit. This was a wonderful course and I enjoyed it. I believe it will help me with studying more effectively in my future courses.
By Willy N
•Jan 12, 2020
A brilliant course brings you helpful scientific knowledge about your brain and how we can take advantage of learning methods to unleash our potentials. This course really changes my way of thought about learning. Thank you!
By Alex J
•Nov 10, 2019
Phenomenal course with great material. The strategies and tactics provided in this course will have a positive impact on my current goal setting methodology and approach to university studies while maintaining FT employment.
By Melva M
•Jul 17, 2019
LOVED this course! I enjoyed learning about the brain and how it functions. The tips on overcoming procrastination were VERY helpful and I'll be using the Pomodoro technique from now on. Thank you so much for a great course!