Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects
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.
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- Level Foundation
- Duration 16 hours
- Course by Deep Teaching Solutions
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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-apprendreModules
Focused versus Diffuse Thinking
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4
Videos
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3
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Introductory Quiz (An easy, quick review of relevant info)
4
Videos
- Introduction to the Focused and Diffuse Modes
- Terrence Sejnowski and Barbara Oakley--Introduction to the Course Structure
- Using the Focused and Diffuse Modes--Or, a Little Dali will do You
- What is Learning?
3
Readings
- Welcome and Course Information
- Guidance in Applying for Continuing Education or Professional Development Credit
- Get to Know Your Classmates
Procrastination, Memory, and Sleep
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5
Videos
5
Videos
- A Procrastination Preview
- Practice Makes Permanent
- Introduction to Memory
- The Importance of Sleep in Learning
- Interview with Dr. Terrence Sejnowski
Summary
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2
Videos
2
Videos
- Summary video for Module 1
- Excitement About Whats Next! MaryAnne Nestor Gives Special Hints
Review
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- What is Learning?
Optional Further Readings and Interviews
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3
Videos
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2
Readings
3
Videos
- Optional Interview with "Benny the Irish Polyglot" about Learning Languages
- Optional Interview with Dr. Robert Bilder on Creativity and Problem Solving
- Optional Interview with Writing Coach Daphne Gray-Grant
2
Readings
- Reading: Focused versus Diffuse Thinking
- A Posting about Anxiety, Depression and PTSD from a learner in Learning How to learn
Reflective Essay about a Learning Challenge
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Reflective Essay about a Learning Challenge
Chunking—The Essentials
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6
Videos
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Retrieval Practice
6
Videos
- Introduction to Chunking
- What is a Chunk?
- How to Form a Chunk - Part 1
- How to Form a Chunk - Part 2
- Illusions of Competence
- Optional Video: How to Integrate a Flashcard Retrieval Practice System into This Course
Seeing the Bigger Picture
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5
Videos
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Retrieval Practice
5
Videos
- What Motivates You?
- The Value of a Library of Chunks
- Generative AI Unleashes the Learning Potential of Metaphors
- Overlearning, Choking, Einstellung, Chunking, and Interleaving
- Summary for Module 2
Review
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Chunking
Optional Further Readings
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1
Readings
1
Readings
- Reading: Chunking
Optional Interviews
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2
Videos
2
Videos
- Optional Interview with Dr. Norman Fortenberry - Learning at MIT
- Optional Interview with Scott Young, a "Marco Polo" of Learning
Procrastination
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7
Videos
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Retrieval Practice
7
Videos
- Introduction to Procrastination and Memory
- Tackling Procrastination - It is Easier, and More Valuable, Than You Think
- Zombies Everywhere
- Surf is Up: Process Versus Product
- Harnessing Your Zombies to Help You
- Juggling Life and Learning
- Summing Up Procrastination
Memory
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4
Videos
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Retrieval Practice
4
Videos
- Diving Deeper into Memory
- What is Long Term Memory?
- Creating Meaningful Groups and the Memory Palace Technique
- Summing Up Memory
Review
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Procrastination and Memory
Optional Further Readings
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1
Readings
1
Readings
- Reading: Procrastination and Memory
Optional Interviews
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3
Videos
3
Videos
- Optional Interview with 4 Time US Memory Champion Nelson Dellis
- Optional Interview with Dr. Robert Gamache, an Award-winning Bilingual Scientist
- Optional Interview with Keith Devlin from Stanford, the NPR "Math Guy"
Final Project on Learning
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Final Project: Learn by teaching others how to learn
Renaissance Learning and Unlocking Your Potential I
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5
Videos
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Retrieval Practice
5
Videos
- How to Become a Better Learner
- Introduction to Renaissance Learning and Unlocking Your Potential
- Create a Lively Visual Metaphor or Analogy
- No Need for Genius Envy
- Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life
Renaissance Learning and Unlocking Your Potential II
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6
Videos
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Retrieval Practice
6
Videos
- The Value of Teamwork
- A Test Checklist
- Hard Start - Jump to Easy
- Final Helpful Hints for Tests
- Summary for Module 4
- Wrapup to the Course by Terrence Sejnowski and Barbara Oakley
Review
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1
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Final
1
Readings
- Please Rate this Course on Class Central
Optional Further Readings
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1
Readings
1
Readings
- Reading: Renaissance Learning and Unlocking Your Potential
Optional Interviews
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5
Videos
5
Videos
- Optional: Part 1: How NOT to Take a Test, Interview with Dr. Richard Felder and Dr. Rebecca Brent
- Optional: Part 2: Learning Something New, Interview with Dr. Richard Felder and Dr. Rebecca Brent
- Optional: Part 3: The Imposter Syndrome and Dealing with Procrastination, Interview with Dr. Richard Felder and Dr. Rebecca Brent
- Optional: Writer John Maguire (readablewriting.com) on the Importance of Putting Objects in Your Writing
- Optional Interview with William Craig Rice on learning in the humanities
Reading
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1
Readings
1
Readings
- Farewell and Hello!
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Unlock expert learning techniques with "Learning How to Learn," a personal development course by Coursera. Taught by renowned instructors, it explores brain learning modes, memory techniques, and effective study practices. Ideal for all skill levels, it offers insights to enhance learning in various fields. The course spans 960 minutes and is available through Starter and Professional subscriptions. Join now and transform your approach to mastering tough subjects.
Dr. Barbara Oakley
Dr. Terrence Sejnowski