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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 Tobias R

Mar 31, 2022

This is a great way to get a handle on how our brains work as relates to learning. I would reccomend this class to anyone wjo wants to gain some extra tools when it come to learning.

By Ahreum K

Jan 23, 2022

Sincerely grateful for being able to access this course. The contents were very helpful and the key take-aways already have impact on my perspectives and learning methods. Thank you.

By Eyoel G

Oct 14, 2021

It is by far one of the best courses that I have ever taken. It is very beneficial for any student who wants to do well in learning and getting a better way of test taking technique.

By Najla

Oct 4, 2021

I absolutely loved this course, thank for everything

I'll make sure that everyone of my students know all these mental tools in order to help them just like they helped me in my life

By Carlos A C T

Oct 2, 2021

Classes are excellent, with meaningful and transformative content. The interviews are great and have relevant content that is more appealing to the course. Gratitude to the creators.

By Raina M

Sep 22, 2021

I enjoyed learning how to learn. I learnt so many techniques and am grateful for the guidance provided by Prof. Barbara Oakley and Prof. Terrance Sejnowski. It was a good experience.

By Krishnakumar

Aug 13, 2021

Very interesting course. Enjoyed it. Had read a few books on memory in the past . The course had some additional points of learning for me. The interviews and references were useful

By Suchat N

Jul 9, 2021

i learned so much from this course. The knowledge will allow me to improve my ability in learning. More than the knowledge, I learn the mindset for being a life-long learner. Cheers!

By Andrew J

Jun 27, 2021

Loved this class! It gave me more perspective on my brain and how we learn. Take this course if you are in school and want to be more efficient with your time, or just love learning.

By Iman W A

Mar 8, 2021

It is a wonderful course I enjoyed studying it and learn lots of things about how the brain works and how to strength my memory and how to study more affectively

Thank you very much

By Maio R

Feb 26, 2021

Unexpectedly surprising! A simple (very well explained!) and effective way to see things from a different point of view. Useful for study and learning but also to understand oneself.

By quân n n

Nov 28, 2020

This course has done a great job giving me tips and insights on how to improving my studying and absorbing knowledge. This course should be studied in advance of any other materials.

By Aaron W

Sep 15, 2020

Great material! Presented in a well organized manner. These principles and concepts are useful in both academic settings and on the journey of life long learning. Highly recommended!

By Guilherme D

Aug 28, 2020

I can't describe in words how this course help me, it's all perfect!!! The instructors, the method, the tests, the readings and all the elements that make up this course, i love it!!

By Simeon N

Aug 15, 2020

Amazing course, congratulations to Coursera for not putting every single interaction (single quiz, practice question, assignment) behind a paywall like most of the other courses here

By adiru L

Aug 1, 2020

This course was very interesting for me. I think this will be helpful for me to pass test and earn many certifcate. I will take opportunity to teach others about what I have learned.

By Balbuena C

Jul 12, 2020

Im trying to learn new algorithms for interviews but my learning mode was inneficient. With this course i think now i have the tools to design a system for a more effective learning.

By José A F C

Jun 6, 2020

The contents and the applied methodologies are very efficient. The course is very useful to expand study strategies and create new learning habits.

Highly recommended

Congratulations!

By Paula M

May 24, 2020

Fantastic course - thank you to Barb Oakley and Terry Sejnowski - this was interesting, challenging and enjoyable. I gained a great deal from engaging with you course.

Thank you

Paula

By Fabio I

May 18, 2020

This was the first online course I have been able to finish. The instructors were able to keep me interested, and the questions after each video made sure I engaged with the content.

By Soraya S

May 15, 2020

its really opened my mind to better ideas and ways to study. i think the study tips in this course definitely makes sense and this course really has shown me my errors when studying.

By Alejandra H

May 6, 2020

I liked this course because I learned a lot to organize my way of studying. I became aware of all the mistakes we make when trying to include new concepts or knowledge in our brains.

By Mareike

Mar 25, 2020

highly interesting course, amazingly presented and super well explained. should be a mandatory course at high school or before starting college. thank you so much for your efforts :)

By Baranidharan S

Feb 13, 2020

The best course I have taken in my life... All the stuff I learnt here, gives me an idea bout how I should plan the next steps in my career. Thanks a lot for this wonderful course!!!

By Zsófia M

Jan 4, 2020

It was very interesting and useful to go through the topic step by step during this course. It gave me a much more concentrated understanding on the power of our brain. Thank you! :)