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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

BA

Nov 5, 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 :)

EJ

Aug 25, 2023

This is course is so helpful it will debunk all the false beliefs and the wrong thing that you're doing in your life. It will also help you to understand your brain, that will make you a good learner.

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By Winifride M

Jan 9, 2021

This was the most useful class I took this year, I have gained valuable skills (big and small) that I will apply and share with others. Thanks to the course instructors for their fun and easy way of helping us learn

By David

Nov 3, 2020

Thank you soooo much to everyone involved in this superb course!!!!!!!

this is the begining of a long journey I did not know where to start!!

May all the good forces of the universe help you live a long healthy life!!

By Alerik E R

Oct 15, 2020

Really helpful in preparation for my Graduate studies. Also, it made me realize my strengths and weaknesses when learning, doing a project, and testing what I've learned. I'm glad I took this course and finished it.

By Sermet R Y

Oct 5, 2020

Good course with clear material and good quizzes and tests. It teaches some key concepts and techniques to learn better. I will apply these techniques and summarize the key concepts to my co-workers and friends too.

By INMACULADA G L

Sep 16, 2020

Great course! I wish I had this information before... Very useful tools to maximize learning and overcome your difficulties. Thank you very much to the instructors for the way they have communicated their knowledge.

By Thakare A G

Aug 18, 2020

Amazing course. There are plenty of techniques to beat the usual procrastination and importantly it changes the mindset to learn new things. I recommend this course to everyone regardless of his/her academic status.

By Keith L J Y

Jul 28, 2020

Pretty good. I enjoyed it. The teachers were nice and friendly and seemed to actually enjoy teaching. Moreover, most of the tips were insightful. Hope this can help me through university.

Thank you for this course.

By Misty C

Apr 28, 2020

Great intro/refresher to learning. Lots of great ideas based on research and easy to implement. There are a lot of great concepts to try out and improve thinking. Definitely worth checking out the optional material.

By Sliman M

Apr 26, 2020

Humanitarian educational work is very wonderful, I thank all those in charge of the work and extend my thanks to the participating professors in the hope that their efforts will bear fruit in subsequent generations.

By Sabina B

Mar 9, 2020

One of the best courses. I wish I had this course when I was studying as a student. I would not have suffered my studying process. I am definitely going to teach these techniques to people around me and my students.

By Mayur P

Dec 31, 2019

Short Course with plenty of resources to explore more on the Subject, Things thought are totally practical and can be used in our everyday lives, would recommend taking as it does not require long commitment as well

By Ander A

Oct 3, 2019

Useful and practical, it doesn´t matter your field, we all are constantly learning and this course will be academically and personally helpful. Easy to understand, follow and with great outcomes, really recommended.

By Athichai S

Jul 11, 2019

Learning is such an important part of our lives , yet I've never heard someone discussing learning processes so intently before. This course is very eye-opening and inspiring. It sure is a nice step back. Thank you.

By Carlos H P C

Jun 12, 2019

Este curso é bem didático e traz informações essenciais para que qualquer um aprenda como aprender. Aconselho a todos que dediquem um tempo a realizar este curso. Parabéns aos autores e aos entrevistados! Excelente!

By sarah c

Mar 3, 2019

I really liked this mooc, there are useful advices about how to learn more efficently.

I learned a lot about our mental functioning and learning processes. this mooc can change our vision of learning and our habits.

By Мария К

Dec 11, 2018

Искала материал по теме как победить прокрастинацию. Данный курс очень сильно помог. Спасибо тем, кто приложил к нему руку. Очень понравилась Barbara Oakley. Буду искать другие курсы, соавтором которых она является

By Anupam K

Mar 24, 2018

Excellent course, with the right amount of detail, well planned content and flawless execution. All of the additional material is useful as well. This course has changed me for the better, and I highly recommend it.

By Syed U A

Apr 25, 2017

One of the best course I have ever opted for, It has drastic impact on my learning ability. The instructors have done their job perfectly by explaining every single concept with appropriate examples and description.

By cmgeolo

Feb 9, 2017

This course changed the way that I approach learning, studying, and memory. Definitely read the book associated with this course. It is all the same material but there are some other interesting stories outlined.

By girish s

Dec 16, 2016

very very good course to understand working of human brain in general and its effect on new learning ,development of self and lots more by very easy method. Both the tutors are very easy to understand. THANKS A LOT.

By Sumeet K

Oct 21, 2016

This course is worth every second. it will prepare you well for difficult subjects and how to approach them. I am very glad that i took this course (finally). Sincere Thanks to everyone behind this wonderful course.

By Abhilash G

Oct 9, 2016

I liked all the material in this course was backed up by sound research on neuroscience. The instructor Barbara Oakley was fun to learn from and i appreciate the effort that went into making the videos fun to watch.

By Egil A G

Feb 21, 2016

Easy to understand and well formulated content as well as interesting.

Keeps me curious and holds my attention.

Especially like that every video is short, so there is time to ponder and contemplate after each session.

By Rikki K

Jan 24, 2016

Excellent. Helped me so much in my studies and in life in general.I know it seems cliche but everyone should do this course. I saves so much time and has so many extra videos that I found was really quality content!

By Roshni

Jan 5, 2016

Really giving me confidence to get back into learning, studied & my career again. Really Insightful, clear & encouraging! Anyone, I am sure can do it- they make it all so easy, clear and digestible. Would recommend