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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 Mercedes P

Nov 3, 2017

It was a very meaningful experience. From the beginning I started to learn and apply the many ideas that the course bring to me. I liked the way that the instructors made easy to learn so complex concepts. The strategies and exercises are excellent and challenging, I am going to apply them for the rest of my life.

By GIRI S

Jun 21, 2017

Powerful and easy techniques for learning.

Confirms and perfects some of the techniques we learnt in earlier years as a student and beginner.

Animations are funny and powerful . Weekly course summary are short and effective.

Recommended for everyone who want to learn and learning in life never stops!!! Good work.

By Roshni S

May 2, 2017

I would strongly recommend this course to each and every individual who would like to improve their learning techniques and increase the LTM capacity. It clearly states all techniques to attain the desired outcome by making us understand how our brain functions rather than simply focusing on the techniques itself.

By berenice o

Sep 23, 2015

I've learnt so much about study techniques that work and the ones that don't. I was able to identify with most of the methods that does not work as it were methods that I personally used. I am eager to start learning other courses and applying what I've learnt in this course to see how my study habits would have i

By Jayaraman B

Sep 9, 2015

Fantastic course to understand how well we can make use of various techniques, avoid obstacles to learn any topic. It also deals with the power of human brain. surely these techniques will help build the self-confidence of an individual when they are able to concentrate and make the best use of the mental agility.

By Samuel W

Apr 13, 2021

A detailed, knowledgeable and generally awesome free course which really helps you to understand what goes on behind the scenes when learning and how you can be a more effective learner. The content is great and Barbara is a fantastic lecturer. I wish I had taken this course prior to university! Highly recommend.

By Asrul D A

Feb 16, 2021

Very useful, powerful and practical techniques to help you get better at learning, including some counter-intuitive approaches that you probably wouldn't have been able to figure out by yourself. Barbara and Terry are wonderful course instructors, and their approach really help me understand much of the material.

By Dr. R C

May 1, 2020

It was immensely helpful to have such a wider perspective on the topic. There were many aspects that was quite new to me. Earlier I had the fear of learning harder topics but this course gave me confidence to try a totally different way of looking into problems and simultaneously grasping harder items. Thank you.

By HE-XIE

Apr 17, 2020

The course has changed my mentality. It isn't so focus on the act of learning itself, but instead give useful tips to less procrastinate, be more efficient, how to retain information better etc.

It is well structured, and I think that it is more impactful than watching bunch a self improvment videos on Youtube :)

By Ali H

Mar 25, 2020

This is the best MOOC of the world not of coursera only. I actually improved my CGPA and my understanding of the stuff I study through this MOOC. Both the trainers are the best in the field. This course is a must for every learner of any age group on this planet. I cannot thankyou guys enough. Love from Pakistan.

By GOPINATH S

Feb 19, 2019

It was very fortunate that i found this course, im very thankful for both the instructors and their team. Its very much valuable information regarding how our brain works that i got to know from this course and i have started to share the knowledge and implement it with people. Thank you all very very much.....

By Vaishak S

Nov 4, 2018

Our brain doesnt come with instruction manual. But this course gives an insight of how brain works and what techniques you can use to trick procrastination. I am implementing the techniques in these courses and I feel a lot happy with life now. Its worth the effort listening to these lectures. Highly recommended.

By Ammy G

Jul 2, 2018

I am extremely grateful for the opportunity of learning one of the most beautiful subjects I have come to know: Learning How to Learn. Barbra Oakley and Terrence Sejnowski are not only great scientists and explores, but have the gift to teach and reach into the hearts of those who truly search for their guidance.

By Shaheer H

Aug 8, 2017

Incredible, made me actually start studying other things and do work over the summer rather than being lazy and just sitting around all day. Would recommend to anyone struggling with procrastination and other problems along those lines. Really open your view on learning and is incredibly helpful and motivational!

By 10Lorrane

Jun 12, 2017

This course really helped me to analyse myself. Now I can master my tough subjects. It has highlighted all small details which I missed while learning. Focused & diffused modes are important & I implemented the pomodoro technique including other advises in my learning process. I recommend this course to everyone.

By Dave H

Jan 6, 2016

This is information everyone needs to know. I used to feel so much frustration, doubt, and anxiety when I would try to learn something new. Now, I realize, it wasn't because I was stupid or slow, but that I wasn't studying in a way that helped my brain grasp new material.

Thank you so much for making this course.

By aqiengoreng

Aug 29, 2023

This course is really fun, the material is packaged in an effective way of learning. Prof. Barb Oakley's presentation of learning materials is easy to understand. thanks prof Barb Oakley and Terry Sejnowski. they are really talented teachers, maybe I need to learn more with them because learning with them is fun

By luis a

Feb 2, 2022

Very interesting, all claims are based in research. The lessons are short and focused. Help me broaden my awareness about the different learning styles. Now I accept that I'm a slow learner and that can actually be an advantage in some situations. The learning techniques are usually easy to understand and apply.

By Hemanth K

Apr 26, 2021

Course was awesome and I finished the course in a short time because in every video mentors used teach new things and I was interested in new things and the mentors are awesome they teach in better way even though I am not a native English speaker I still understood them.

THANK YOU Barbara Mam and Dr. Terry Sir

By George J

Feb 5, 2021

A very informative and excellently presented course. The content presented in this course is immensely useful for not only students but also for life-long learners like myself (I’m 64 y.o.), l wish I’d had this knowledge when I was a student. Thank you very much Barbara, Terrence, and the Team and also Coursera.

By Anshul J

Aug 30, 2020

Best course I have taken on Coursera. Very deep concepts explained so well and in a manner such that anyone can understand so easily. Also, the optional interviews included are so inspiring and tells us many other things that we can apply in our lives to make it better and understand any concept in a better way.

By Saleh A

May 11, 2020

Before reviewing this course, i thought it won't help me a lot, i have already got my University degree with a high grade " Medical college". but after getting this course, i found new valuable techniques to study more efficiently and it helped me way beyond what i have expected .

thanks for this precious course.

By Rodrigo C

Nov 20, 2018

Really makes the difference for those who need to change their minds about what can they learn or achieve. Makes you understand with simple words how your brain actually works and what can you do to get the most out of it, also gives you the topics so you can continue learn about the techniques of your interest.

By Thu P

Jun 28, 2018

This is one of the best courses I've ever taken on Coursera. It's not only about learning the methods, tips to learn and study better but it's also a inspiration for learners who are not confident on their learning ability. I am so glad that I have chosen to take this course prior to my master's study program!!!

By Arthur Y

May 5, 2017

I didn't realize how much progress we have made (as a human race) about understanding the brain. This course really takes a lot of that information and make it into a practical usable way to learn, understand, and grow. Thank you for helping me understand that there are better ways to learn, retain, and apply.