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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

WW

Aug 25, 2021

While following this course I had fun and I started to enjoy again to learn in a properly/right way. It can be fun and playful. Thanks a lot for this course Prof. Oakley, Prof. Sejnowski and Coursera!

JR

Oct 22, 2017

This Course Is awesome it gave me a new look on how my brain works and that i should actually take breaks which is probably why i get frustrated. I am Excited to Put what i have learned into practice.

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By Farrah M C

Sep 12, 2015

I'm really glad I took this course. I was able to understand how learning works scientifically. With the concepts I learned, I was able to manage my study time and approach my learning efficiently. The course didn't only taught be about learning, it also inspired me to learn more. I definitely recommend this course.

By Ed L

May 18, 2023

This course is thought provoking and a game changer. The techniques learned in this curriculum can be grown and developed upon for a lifetime of learning. If you have been out of school for a while or even had some bad experiences, this is a good place to start. Thank you Dr's Barbara Oakley and Terrence Sejnowski.

By Nora C

Oct 6, 2021

I want to congratulate Doctors Barbara Oakley and Terry Sejnowski for such a wonderful program. The content of the course is extraordinary. I'm fascinated and much more committed to my teaching-learning processes. Flawless, loving content and excellent research. Thank you very, very much, it has been very valuable.

By Rafael G

Apr 4, 2021

Even though it didn't cover my specific hang-ups on studying, it changed the way I look at learning for the better. Chalk full of good advice and lovely presenters. I would recommend this to everyone, even if you're great at studying already. Getting a deeper understanding of how your brain functions is invaluable.

By drey a

May 26, 2020

I've had learning difficulties ever since I was a child. The information in this course has helped me be effective in my studies for the first time in my life. I've also enjoyed the course greatly and recommended it to friends. It's been fun to do and extremely helpful. I've actually been excited to do my lessons !

By Ali N G E

Apr 17, 2020

Proporciona herramientas sumamente simples y útiles, tanto para aprender a estudiar, fragmentar el conocimiento y permitir acceder a el mas rápido, así como formas de facilitar el proceso de memorizar. Adicionalmente brinda estrategias ante la resolución de exámenes complejos y como salir airosos!!! Muchas gracias!

By Shweta

Mar 5, 2020

This was a great course. As someone who is trying to learn coding and doing my MA in English Literature, I desperately needed to learn how to learn and quick. This course helped me by giving me simple and easy techniques that I can work on to study effectively. Thank you SO much to everyone who worked on this MOOC.

By Stefanie L

Nov 24, 2018

I am very impressed by the course material and how overqualified the instructors are, dedicating their time to provide students with a wealth of information at no cost. There is a sincere motive behind their teachings and if one truly engages in the class, they too will uncover hidden potential within their brain.

By PASOLS G

Dec 10, 2017

Cours très intéressant, excessivement accessible même si l'audio n'est qu'en anglais (le sous-titrage aidant sur des termes techniques). Je recommande volontiers ce cours à quiconque serait curieux d'en apprendre davantage sur comment notre cerveau fonctionne et comment l'aider à être performant durant des examens.

By Antonios H

Nov 8, 2016

I learned many new techniques in this course that I am very excited to turn into habits. This course can help anyone learn more about how their brain works when it comes to learning new ideas and concepts. I gained a true understanding of many ideas that I had heard about previously or even experienced on my own.

By Varina L

Nov 29, 2015

Learning How to Learn has given me more insights on how our brain functions. By understanding these basic concepts, I have learnt tips on how to make a difference in studying and mastering new things, retaining information as well as to build confidence in my learning journey. It is a great course for all learners!

By Danica B

Aug 27, 2015

I really like it. It's pretty scientific in explaining how things work and I really enjoy that aspect of the course. I must admit that I was looking for some solid techniques, and it does have them, the surprising part it that it goes deeper into how things work in your mind which makes it quite enjoyable for me :)

By Reginaldo F

Oct 16, 2024

Parada obrigado para quem vai iniciar, ou está estudando algo novo. O conteúdo, as explicações e técnicas apresentadas e discutidas nessa obra, me trouxeram muito mais entendimento sobre como melhorar a forma como aprendo algo novo e fortaleço meu entendimento sobre os temas, e que não estou sozinho nessa jornada.

By Pratyush A

Oct 16, 2021

This course should become a pre-requisite for every new college student, this will help you in seeing learning with whole new perspective. This course helps to set new habits in your life and distilling the right attitude to take on for learning something new. Best course I have ever taken, Thanks a ton Barbara!!

By L. C

Aug 6, 2020

Learning how to learn provided a wide array of useful study information. The material was well organized with each unit building on the previous subject. This course is a great refresher for students who have taken a break from coursework or anyone that desires better retention of information. Highly Recommend.

By Shubham K

May 28, 2020

The course focuses on techniques you might require on Learning more efficiently. The team has done a great work in explaining each and every aspect. If you want to start up on this course, well the age doesn't matter any living person on this planet can opt. for this course unless you want to learn about learning!

By George

May 12, 2020

Fascinating concepts. You think you know how to learn but this explains a lot of great core concepts to make learning more efficient and effective, which I love. Gives you the foundation of learning to be able to tackle other things on this site and that is why I choose this to be the 1st class I completed here.

By Lourin M

Apr 25, 2020

Simple, smooth and covers various ideas related to learning: the process of learning from a neurological perspective, bad studying habits, interviews and advises from experienced figures, test taking tips... It actually was so rich and much more than what I had expected! I strongly recommend it to every learner :)

By Aituar A

Jan 16, 2020

So glad to be studying this course. I am very grateful to the prolific materials this course provided. All interviews provided new ways and thoughts about everyday life. Finally finished my first course on Coursera, I hope more to come thanks to all the studying methods. Thank you again and wish you all the best!

By Scott M

Nov 19, 2019

This course has definitely made me think introspectively at how best I learn as well as the many valuable items to use to better learn and understand the subjects that I both enjoy learning as well as those that I did not enjoy from the past.

I look forward to continue my learning through the many Coursera courses.

By C M

Mar 15, 2019

Wonderful course that explains the neuroscience of how to learn successfully regardless of the subject. It supplies different methods along with the science and data to back it up. The interviews were insightful as it allowed you see how passionate some of the experts. I learned a lot and plan to keep on learning!

By Karina C

Jun 10, 2018

I love this course, I´m into learning& teaching & neuroscience in education,then this course was really helpful to counterbalance my previous knowledge of the topic.It is really good if you want to learn how to study better and at the same time to undertand how to take advantage of our different modes of thinking.

By Sammy E

Jan 4, 2018

Very useful course with great optional readings and interviews to supplement your material. Core knowledge is good enough too but that little bit of extra really helps. This is stuff I'll definitely be using years from now so I'm glad I took this course as it'll affect pretty much everything I do from here on out.

By SICHAO Y

Dec 30, 2017

As a psychology major I was already familiar with most materials covered by the course before I took it, but Dr. Oakley did a wonderful job by making everything so approachable and attractive as well as creating a really friendly learning atmosphere. Definitely I will come back to these videos again in the future.

By Karol M K

Dec 19, 2017

It was well-worth taking this course. It has shown the foundations of effective and stressless learning process. Dr Oakley and Dr Sejnowski proved that it is vital to focus on studying process, not on the product of the studies. Only this way we can further proceed in our educational and professional lives. 10/10.