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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

EB

May 20, 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.

RS

Sep 15, 2021

Lots of good material in this course. Loads of new concepts covered via entertaining videos. Extra reading for further education is very well documented. Well presented - thank you Barbara and team.

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By MaBinti Y

Apr 15, 2020

By far the best course on here...regardless of the discipline. Not only are the professors insightful and enthusiastic but this course structured in a way to maximize your potential to learn the material. This course isn't full of 25 min lectures of a professor talking in front of a green screen. It's interactive and engaging material.

By David V

Feb 12, 2020

This is the first online Course I´m able to finish. It´s an eye opener. I have an issue with Procrastination, even if I´ve tried some of the techniques explained in this Course before. But the way Barbara Oakley explains concepts and ideas in a clear and relaxed way has helped me to get that extra motivation I didn´t find anywhere else.

By Sonia R

Dec 10, 2019

Es uno de los mejores cursos que he realizado. Estoy muy satisfecha con el aprendizaje y la forma en la que lo presentan. RECOMENDABLE para estudiantes y personas que quieran aumentar su campo de conocimiento ya que este es uno de los cursos que te motiva a querer estudiar más allá de tus cursos preferidos y expandir la librería mental.

By Deleted A

Oct 18, 2019

Learned HOW to actually apply study tips that we hear everywhere: stop procrastinating, active learning, spacing the material, etc. Lectures are packaged in interesting bite-size videos that explain the neuroscience of why the techniques work. The course empowers ordinary people that learning a lot of new things does not require genius.

By Damiano C

Jun 27, 2017

Learned so many things that is impossible to list all of them here; I applied these skills immediately on my job and hobbies and the rate of learning has been improved consistently. You not only learn about learning but a many tricks and information also useful to improve your motivation and engagement. I strongly recommend this course.

By Devon B L

Jan 30, 2017

Great course! Should be taught prior to HS/College so students can understand best habits to really learn the material and ingrain it in long term memory rather than short term or working memory. Especially loved the content on procrastination and the "Pomodoro technique". Thanks Barbara and everyone at UCSD who made this course happen!

By Tasman

Feb 23, 2016

Learning How to Learn is a great course. It taught me a lot more about procrastination and taught me a lot of really good study techniques. I am a 12 year old 7th grader and I really enjoyed Learning How to Learn. I definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to be a more effective learner. Thank you to Dr. Oakley and Dr. Sejnowski!

By Jonathan G

Jan 31, 2016

This really was an exceptional course, with a great balance of useful and practical tips for learning and information about how we learn. The concepts in this class aren't just limited in usefulness to learning. I've been using these techniques (especially the Pomodoro) to be more productive at work. Great job Drs. Oakley and Sejnowski!

By Debora

Jan 9, 2016

I have never given a course five stars, and did for Learning How to Learn. The reason is because the topic can be used to strengthen so many situations (school, work, sleep). This course is helpful not only to me, but my family, which include two teenagers. There are so many resources to connect with and learn more about the topics.

By Evgenii K

Oct 7, 2015

Brilliant journey into how our brain operates when we are studying new subjects or acquiring information from the world outside.

A lot of interviews with interesting people who share their own techniques of memory training, studying and struggling with procrastination.

Easy to understand and worth applying in your real study activities!

By C M

Jun 24, 2024

Great, Love the mental skills covered. chunking,brainstorming you can lear so great teqniques. I did not like the peer graded assiments because no one grades them so are out 2 years without grades with the was an auto pass if over 6 months without a grade. however, this class was hard and challenging I felt like I learned a new skill.

By Virginia K

May 19, 2021

I'm impressed. When I first started the course, I had low expectations as I would of most self-help literature. Fortunately, the videos were often comical and there was a lot of empirical research done to enforce all the learning strategies. It was interesting to follow and I am looking forward to applying these strategies in my day-to

By Maxwell B

Sep 6, 2020

ESTE CURSO ME AYUDADO A ENTENDER LA CANTIDAD DE HERRAMIENTAS QUE EXISTEN PARA APRENDER MEJOR ME HE IDENTIFICADO CON MUCHAS DE MIS DEFICIENCIAS Y GRACIAS AL CURSO YA SE COMO CONFRONTARLAS ESTOY MUY AGRADECIDO CON LOS DESARROLLADORES DE ESTE CURSO Y TODOS LOS PROFESIONALES QUE PARTICIPARON APORTANDO SU GRANO DE ARENA CON SUS ENTREVISTAS.

By Revgade A D

Jul 30, 2020

As I started the course, I felt quite funny that I want to learn how to learn..i had preconceived notion that I might know how to learn properly, but as I went through the course I came to know about various interesting learning techniques and mind training techniques like Pomodoro, mind palace and lot more. really an awesome course!!!

By Abhisesh A

Jun 29, 2020

"Brains do not come with an instruction manual. So we have to write one ourselves" -- Dr. Terry Sejnowski.A beautiful course that teaches you a vital life skill -- effective learning -- through engaging instructors who explain the material by breaking down important concepts into concise, to-the-point videos with helpful illustrations.

By Marija D

Apr 28, 2020

Before this course I didn't know how our brain works and what techniques can help in better learning. I was an A student, hold a masters degree, but with everything I've learnt by taking this course will help me in future to master anything faster and greater. I strongly recommend this course to everyone! It will broaden your horizons!

By Manjunatha K

Apr 16, 2020

This is a basic course for any student who starts learning in true sense. In my opinion, presentation of content was very simple and easy grasp but with huge impact.

I will not only adopt these techniques in my life, but also teach them to everyone around me. Definitely suggest this course to them if they want to learn more about them.

By Louis d B

Dec 10, 2019

Excellent course but taking it just begins The Path to self improvement. The course will provide the tools and resources but it's no magic bullet and one has to apply what one has learned in a purposely progressive way and be persistent! Every journey begins with a single step, and learning how to learn is one giant leap for brainkind!

By Deborah C

Nov 8, 2019

I really enjoyed this course and found the way it was structured with short lessons that had relevant content a great way to study. The course gave you varied learning techniques that were repeated to make each lesson more solid.

I recommend this course and will defiantly look to see if the same tutors have any other courses available.

By Syed Z

Sep 18, 2018

This is one of the best course, specially for those who are struggling in their studies or any other task and not getting result of their efforts. It is also helpful for those who want to enhance their learning skills. The course addresses many core issues that we as a learner are not aware of and provides techniques to deal with them.

By Patrick G

Mar 16, 2018

A really useful Course - why didnt they give us this at school when I was aged 14? It could have saved me 30 years of frustration - This should really be mandatory for all students prior to their exams, not only do you find out why and how you struggle with difficult concepts and explaining them, but a complete toolkit on how deal with

By Nhung H

Apr 26, 2017

I hope taking this course ten years before. I have learned many things, many techniques. I'm watching the lessons again and again. Actually prepare to take some courses on a new field, I'm recalling Learning How to Learn's tips to make my learning process effective. Thank to Mrs.Oakley! Love Learning team with all the Friday greetings.

By Emilio A P O

Dec 26, 2016

Fue un curso fantástico. El material se presentaba de manera clara y consisa, y los examenes estaban formulados de tal modo que necesitabas pensar detenidamente cada problema para saber qué respuesta era la indicada. Además, las técnicas de estudio y, en general, los datos que presentaba, eran útiles para estudiar el curso en sí mismo.

By Rakesh K S

Sep 18, 2015

I wish I had this course available when I was starting to learn. This courses provides a approach to learning any area one is interested or required to learn. Madame Curie said "Nothing is to be feared but understood...". This subject makes understanding something new easier so that we don't fear the new but enjoy the learning process.

By Sigal N

Sep 10, 2015

Very helpful course, not only for students, but for any kind of learners. It is good to know how things work behind the scenes (here - in our brain..), and get some simple but effective tools to manage better with learning processes. Built from short videos, you can learn bit by bit, and practice the tools while learning how to learn..