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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

JS

Aug 13, 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.

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.

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By Kay W

Mar 12, 2020

I enjoyed this class. I learned terminology to some things that I already new assisted me in learning. I also acquired some new skills that have already been helpful to me.

By Joan C M

Dec 11, 2019

Una excelente presentación de cómo funciona nuestra mente y cómo a partir de ello podemos mejorar no solo la forma en que aprendemos sino la forma en que vivimos nuestra vida

By Swarali T

Jul 14, 2019

Loved everything about the course! I will definitely try to incorporate the learning from the course into my day-to-day practice.

Thank you Barbara Oakley & Terrence Sejnowski

By Mohak P

Jan 2, 2019

This course is one of the greatest courses on the coursera. Though it is free, it provides valueble information and tools to help anyone who is trying to learn something new.

By Mohammad H

Dec 6, 2018

I highly recommend this course to anybody wanting to learn the inner workings of their mind and how to learn properly. This course can help you in any field and any endeavor.

By Duy N

Mar 31, 2018

A fantastic course for anybody who is struggling with learning or want to improve the learning capabilities. Well researched, practical, all in all a wonderful course indeed.

By Pascal M

Feb 14, 2018

Very useful advice and the main concepts were well communicated. I would recommend this to anyone who finds that their learning or test preparation process could be improved.

By Abigail J

Feb 5, 2018

It was a great course which really changed how I thought about learning... and this is coming from someone with an "Ivy League" degree! Wish I had taken this my freshman year

By Filippo C

Dec 29, 2017

Very precious course. I was looking for a way to learn better, this course went further and gave me a new method not only for studying but above all to better deal with life.

By Anthony R

Sep 28, 2017

I thought this was an excellent class. By adoption of some of the techniques I have improved personal productivity and effectiveness in my studies. A great benefit to anyone.

By JOCELINO P S

Sep 17, 2017

Interessante, até porque eu nunca tive tal tipo de orientação. Acredito que seja importante que o aluno possa ser apresentado a esse curso logo no inicio de sua aprendizagem.

By Ernesto G

May 14, 2017

Excellent course. It must not be taken as a road to flawless learning. Rather, it is a practical introduction to efficient learning with the minimum theoretical basis needed.

By Kingsley C

May 5, 2017

this is the BEST course I have ever taken. the course's ideas and learning methods are unconventional but I can vouch for the fact that they work. thanks to all the creators!

By Malhar V

May 2, 2017

Most awesome course that I have ever done. I have overcame my OCD almost 50% after completing this course. I have started learning math which I thought I am disable to learn.

By Drm B

Apr 21, 2017

i can not express my gratitude to both of you dear professors. i am also grateful to all of the interviewers, they really rich the course with their experiences.

thanks again.

By Elena P

Jan 25, 2017

Amazing teacher and teachings. Highly recommended for all activities you would like to be involved in. Great tips on how our brain works and on how to get the most out of it.

By Harold L T

Jan 2, 2017

This course covers the essentials of learning based on neuroscience. It's chock full of useful required and supplementary content. And the learning doesn't end with the MOOC!

By Steven S

Nov 13, 2016

Exceptional, a course that everyone should take, congratulations on the team who put it together and gave their time so people like myself could benefit from their knowledge.

By Margarita P

Sep 19, 2016

Comprehensive, easy, to the point tips and techniques we can all try and find useful not just in learning. So far I use it to almost anything I need to get done or deal with.

By Iman K

Feb 26, 2016

This was a really practical, useful course! All information was presented simply and concisely. Much appreciation and thanks to Dr. Barbara Oakley and Dr. Terrence Sejnowski.

By Juan C

Feb 2, 2016

¡Excelente curso!

No solo permite aprender herramientas mentales y prácticas para mejorar nuestro proceso de aprendizaje, sino que también enseñan maravillas sobre el cerebro.

By Nittha P

Jan 23, 2016

I found it really useful. Thank for creating this course. I recommend this course for anyone who feel suffered by learning new things and anyone who want to improve learning.

By Nejc Š

Dec 27, 2015

I found it to be a great and practical overview of learning methods. Very useful to my current and future studies as well as every-day learning.

Many thanks to the professors!

By 潘中心

Nov 23, 2015

实际上所提到的学习技巧大部分是在日常生活和学习中已经用到的,然而在平时的使用中只知其用法不知其原由。而这个课程恰好的从生理学和心理学上全面的概述了间断复习、番茄工作法、习惯的养成和改变等等内容,选修课程中还邀请到了有趣的教授或者学生来分享他们的课程、专业或者语言学习心得,课程信息量很大,趣味性也较强。

课程中还推荐了不少课外读物,然而并没有认真看过

By Ignacio R

Nov 12, 2015

Excelente curso, simplifican ideas y conceptos importantes en forma sencilla y fácil de entender. El contenido del curso es muy útil, me hubiera gustado haberlo hecho antes!!