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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

AM

Oct 4, 2016

This is an amazing course. I would recommend that you take this course before doing any others in Coursera, it will give you a great foundation to take into any other subjects that you want to learn.

R

Jul 17, 2020

This is my first course at coursera platform and I enjoyed it. I've had the best experience of moocs learning and I loved the recall testing strategy which I found most helpful throughout the course.

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By Jean R K

Sep 28, 2018

I experienced a lot of disappointment in my studies. I wondered how to learn better. I think I just found the way to get there. Thank you.

By Alyssa F

Sep 12, 2018

Gostei muito do curso! O conteúdo, além de melhorar minha relação com os estudos, complementou minhas matérias da faculdade de Psicologia.

By Marika D

Jul 12, 2018

Very useful course, full of practical tips not only for learning, but for having a more efficient & productive life in general. Thank you!

By Beatrice M

Mar 12, 2018

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By THANAN L

Mar 3, 2018

Extremely insightful into how the brain actually works and debunks a lot of assumptions we've had. Very holistic and relates to real life.

By Karim F

Sep 7, 2017

It is very useful and important course full of valuable tricks and informations.It is recommended foe every one wants to be better learner

By Jacqueline G

Apr 25, 2017

It was such an informative and engaging course! Now all I have to do is to consistently implement those study techniques and stay on tack.

By Jason F

Mar 22, 2017

Course was really fun. The test taking seem to be easy though. In the end I did come away learning new techniques for better study habits.

By Ahmad A

Feb 7, 2017

This course taught me how my brain works, and let me knew what are the points of strength and weakness that I have in my ways of thinking.

By Iryna L

Nov 16, 2016

This course show me my mistakes which I had during study time in school and university... Now I know how to learn more easy and effective.

By Angelica T

Sep 10, 2016

I learned so much in this course "Learning How to Learn." I gained knowledge to be able to help my kids become better learners. Thank You

By Cristina P

Aug 14, 2016

I loved the course. I will use all the Technics described here for learning German language (my currently nightmare :) ) .

Thanks,

Cristina

By Letian W

Aug 9, 2016

Excellent course. Provides an overview of the best learning strategies based on a synthesis of research and anecdotes. Highly recommended.

By Orlando

Mar 6, 2016

Thank you all for sharing your knowledge. Thank you Dr. Oakley and Dr. Sejnowski for this wonderfull experience. Thank you coursera group.

By Adnan A

Feb 18, 2016

Its really a good course. Helps to overcome your procrastination problem and help you to become better learner and excel in your studies..

By Fiorella M

Dec 28, 2015

Great course for knowing how the mind works and developing more efficient and practical ways to learn! Suitable for every area of learning

By Jesus S

Nov 17, 2015

Es un maravilloso curso con un sinfín de invaluables estrategias para poder incrementar la cantidad y calidad de lo que queremos aprender.

By Shivaprakash D M

Aug 26, 2015

Very helpful course. Got to know the techniques that were previously unknown to me or which I overlooked as something which will not work.

By Luis R C

Apr 24, 2025

Excelente forma de ver el aprendizaje de un punto de vista distinto al que nos enseñan desde pequeños...gracias y nos vemos en otro curso

By Dharma P

Aug 24, 2024

The tools that are introduced in this course are useful for any situations. Definitely coming back to review some concepts in the future.

By Shubham K

Jan 6, 2024

I cannot tell you how much I have learned about my brain and learning approach. I am very thankful that I come to know about this course.

By Claudia L

Feb 23, 2023

Very helpful to understand our own thoughts and how our brain works due to it being a very complex muscle and making it easier to control

By Robert W

Mar 16, 2022

Took this as a side course from my Cybersecurity certificate. Found it very insightful and look forward to trying the memory palace ideas

By sneha s

Mar 6, 2022

I spend 12 years in school but never understood about learning. But through this course I understood the purpose and process of learning.

By VIKASH K M

Feb 3, 2022

Excellent designed course, A must go through for all the preparing students. Thanks Barbara Oakley for such a wonderful designed course.