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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

SR

Jan 31, 2016

Inspriational! Well presented, interesting and useful. Everybody should take this course. Thank you to all those involved in developing this course. I'm already putting the teaching into practice.

EB

May 19, 2016

I found this course incredibly useful and practical. It has not only helped me better understand the process of learning but it has also given me valuable tools in how to optimize my learning process.

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By Howard W

Aug 5, 2020

A fantastic course on "Learning How to Learn! I learned so much and look forward to utilizing what I've going forward. THANK YOU THANK YOU!

Will be starting another course in the near future.

By Mohammed A

Jul 6, 2020

The course was fantastic!! At last i came to know about the tricks in learning and how we can use our brain to a great potential!! Thanks to coursera for having this course! Simply loved it❣️!

By Arjon G

Jun 7, 2020

thanks a lot to the instructors. this course gave me a new dimension in thinking, I will forever be grateful to them.

you guys are one of the very few great teachers I have encountered in life.

By Matthew E

May 3, 2020

This course was very helpful for learning about learning, habits, memory, neurology and kept me motivated to learn more. Looking forward to using these techniques on the next course! Thank you.

By Luís F

Apr 9, 2020

The content of the course is very informative. After doing it, i can feel that my productivity while studying has increased and I'm able to get not only faster, but better at my academic goals.

By Liezel-Ann D

Oct 29, 2019

This course has already from the first week helped me identifying the errors in my methods of learning and studying that had me stuck and has really help me a great deal. It's truly incredible.

By Deleted A

Jun 3, 2019

Amazing! love the professors and all the learning techniques they gave. I truly belive this course helped me to gain better studies techniques, and understand better how my brain and body work.

By Abhishek S

Jan 16, 2019

A great learning experience. Methods and techniques to learning and retaining what you leaned is very beautifully explained. This course should be a mandatory part in curriculum of of students.

By Tibor T

Jul 5, 2018

Everybody should start with this course before jumping into anything else. Learnt a lot about learning with the help of 2 extraordinary teachers. Felt like sitting on their class. Thanks a lot!

By Guti Z

Apr 14, 2018

I have found this course really helpful. Not only did it provide the tools needed to learn more efficiently but the the teachers also lived it and that was very significant for me. Thank you!

By Matthew K

Apr 7, 2018

Really enjoyed this course! I have quoted from it and continue to use it in day to day practice even though its been sometime since my completion! GREAT course. Would like to go to UCSD now!

By sining s

Dec 2, 2017

Excellent course, all the strategies and tricks mentioned in this course really provided a new perspective for learning. So I will definitely recommend this course to my friends and classmates.

By Mitra E

Nov 17, 2017

If you are planning to learn something, no matter what the subject or field is, it is smart to give this course a try. If you are a student, it is a must, to make your student life much easier.

By Anasuya S

Aug 11, 2017

An excellent course with very informative course material. Anyone keen to improve learning skills must join this. The mentors, Barbara and Terrence, were simply superb in explaining the things.

By Jacob B

Jul 23, 2017

Great MOOC. I learned a lot about learning modes, techniques and ways to improve both learning and quiz taking.

It was a little slow and basic at times, but other than that I really enjoyed it.

By HÜSEYİN

Mar 12, 2017

I only finished first week but will comment nevertheless, this is a great course. I had other moocs and wish i had started with this. If you are passionate about learning this course is a must.

By Lina

Feb 24, 2017

The course was fun and engaging. Also I really like the follow up emails with random bits of advice on how to learn and interesting recommendations for further reading material and exploration.

By Amanda

Feb 23, 2017

THIS IS SO FANTASTIC AND USEFUL! I CANNOT THANK THE PEOPLE WHO PUT THIS TOGETHER ENOUGH AS TO HOW GRATEFUL I AM. Honestly, I'm entering university with a fresher and more optimistic perspective

By Rossana M

Feb 5, 2017

Outstanding! Extremely helpful both for professionals and students alike. I love the fact that they keep sending an email every Friday with suggestions, books to read, thoughts and highlights.

By Sanjana R

Nov 6, 2016

I used to spend lot of time studying, having less effectively spending my time without getting much out it, having trouble managing work and play. I can use effective techniques to manage both.

By Jakub K

Oct 6, 2016

Very useful course, it brings new informations about learning and I can guarantee you that it'll help you in others courses and much more. It has completely changed my journey through learning.

By Chamath R

Jan 19, 2025

This course is a gem. You will find many interesting facts about memory and learning techniques in the modules. This will definitely help you with your upcoming tests or exams. Happy Learning!

By Minhaj

Nov 27, 2024

Best course, prepared me for a lifetime learing, specialy middle of the course they always give us tests to repeat the leaning. helped me to overcome my learing challenges, Thank you so much.

By Keegan

Aug 7, 2023

This course gives you both practices and theories on how to improve your own learning. I love that they employ both the idea and the practice and it helped me in learning how to learn.

-Keegan

By Ayman B

May 31, 2023

It was a very helpful course. Offering a clear explanation about some of the serious problems one can face during the process of learning and creative and proven ways to tackle these problems.