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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

AM

Oct 5, 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.

R

Jul 18, 2020

This is my first course at coursera platform and I enjoyed it. I've had the best experience of moocs learning and I loved the recall testing strategy which I found most helpful throughout the course.

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By cerelia

Aug 23, 2020

it is really a helpful course for me. Learning new subjects effectively and change the leaning materials to long term memory is important in working environment, I think the requirement is not just limited the test in college. Grasping the learning skills and raise the good learning habits is benefit for life

By Eric B

Aug 3, 2020

This course has alot of valuable information in it. I was studying memory prior to this and had learned many of the techniques before this course but Learning How to Learn is still and great first step. I'm glad I worked this course and I look forward to building on this foundation with more Coursera courses.

By Dr. O C

Jul 21, 2020

A very well planned course. The videos are short, yet substantial and with very solid science behind. The whole structure of the program is a very good example of how to design an on-line course. I found it incredibly useful both for myself and for designing courses for my University. Very highly recommended.

By John A L D

Jun 26, 2020

I never knew I needed a learning reform! After enrolling in this course, I realized that there is something more to learning- it's not just coffee and long evenings. Overall, this course helped me a lot in my academic pursuit of attaining knowledge and internalizing its underlying concepts. Thank you so much.

By Luis C

May 29, 2020

I recommend this course to everyone! I cannot express in words how much value I gained from this. It's short and packed with excellent information. I am glad to see that some of they ways i have always tackled studying have been studied. Please do yourself a favor and sign up for this. You will not regret it.

By Maya V

May 12, 2020

I can't tell how much I enjoyed the course and the virtual meetings with Prof. Barbara Oakly and Prof. Terrence Sejnowski. With all the wisdom and inspiration they shared I am even a happier life-long learner now. What I can give in return is a wholehearted gratitude. This has been a fantastic course indeed!

By Ivett H

Mar 27, 2020

I was a bad learner all my life and signed up for the course for some useful advices and practices. What I obtained is much more. It is not only about learning methods but also about practices that I can use in my work and private life. The learning materials and tests are very enjoyable. Thank you very much!

By Vlad N

Nov 11, 2017

This course is awesome! It provides you with all the tools and tricks you need to enhance your learning. No matter what you study, you can take out a bunch of useful tips from this course and start applying it right away.

It really helped me master new ideas and concepts quickly and more efficiently.

Thank you!

By Abdul R

May 23, 2017

A very informative and eye opening course. Important concepts were discussed in very simple and practical terms. I highly recommend this course for anyone who is interested in learning new subjects, skills or languages. The materials discussed in this course will be very useful and will stay with you forever.

By Jacob K

Jan 11, 2017

As someone who doesn't have the time for a formal education, I try to learn through my everyday experiences, no matter how ordinary or monotonous they may appear. This course opened my eyes to tips and tricks to make the best of my learning, regardless of the task I happen to be involved in. Thanks for the h

By Cristina C O

Aug 31, 2015

¡Excelente! El curso es realmente práctico, completamente actual y recomendable para cualquier estudiante, incluidos los autodidactas. La Dra. Oakley es amena, clara e informada en sus explicaciones. El Dr. Sejnowski acompaña las lecciones y el material optativo es útil y necesario. Imperdible, y es gratuito.

By Daiyi P

Aug 25, 2015

This is an awesome course that might remind you of living and working differently. The materials are well organized in a structured way that is very easy to follow - focus/diffuse mode, pomodoro technique, chunking, memory palace, etc. All these will lead to a fulfilling life if you take the course seriously.

By Francisco J G H

Aug 18, 2015

In plain simple words is a perfecly planned and elaborated couse and really helpful.

Elaborating a bit more I really think is excellent, every other couse should give a recomendation to start this couse because no mater the subject you intend to learn it will help you. It even helo you to have a healthty life.

By Arvino Z

Jan 1, 2024

In conclusion, "Learning How to Learn" is a must-take course for anyone seeking to enhance their learning abilities. The combination of engaging content, effective teaching methods, practical strategies, and broad applicability makes it a standout resource in the realm of online learning. Highly recommended!

By Jaafar N

Nov 6, 2023

In fact, I can't describe how useful this role is. Thank you Barbara, Dr. Signovsky, all the participants and Coursera. In fact, I was leaving high school. It is difficult in my country, but after finishing the course, I decided to return to complete my education and get the certificate. Thank you very much.

By Debbie R

Nov 15, 2021

A wonderful course especially as I'm a adult learner with bad study habits and no tools! This course has given me new tools to learn better in the future. This course has given me the confidence to tackle any subject with new perspective. Great tutors, fantastic course material and so much more! Thank You :)

By Tia M

Feb 6, 2021

Thank you for these great tips. I took notes about a lot of stuff, and that course helped me to focus more on my online courses and how to study for them. I really enjoyed watching Dr Barbara's videos and the animation in them, as well as listening to Dr Terry's wide knowledge. Thank you so much. Stay safe!!

By Simona C

Dec 8, 2020

Powerful learning methods, relevant examples, and well-documented studies. I enjoyed leasing to the professors and as well to their special guests. I recommend this course to students and people like me who want to learn something new and are interested in the best way to use their memory and brain capacity.

By Paula F

Nov 23, 2020

Really, really enjoyed this course! Each topic was well presented and explained and I loved all the metaphors used. All throughout the course I kept wishing I learned all of this back when I was in high school - would have definitely helped a lot to curb my unhealthy (and inefficient) study habits back then.

By Daniel R M

Apr 12, 2020

Excepcional!! Curso muy ameno y divertido, en donde la Dra. Oakley y el Dr. Sejnowski, te presentan una guía básica sobre el funcionamiento del cerebro, algunas de sus funciones, trucos, consejos... durante el proceso de aprendizaje. Curso que en si, considero que debería cursar todo el mundo.

Muchas Gracias!

By Vusal A

Apr 4, 2020

This course is very helpful in terms of discovering effective methods of learning (the ones you maybe use at the moment and ones you have never heard of). While taking this course you learn many things about yourself as a person and gives you, as it gave to me, motivation to take new self-learning endeavors!

By Vijay K

Mar 2, 2020

This is one of the best courses that I have attended in a long time. The course was structured very well and some of the concepts and techniques were very informative and useful. I learned a lot of valuable things and I feel these tips and techniques will come a long way in all my future learning adventures.

By Leanne L

Jan 14, 2020

The Coursera course, "Learning How to Learn", was an informative and interesting class that helped me gain a deeper understanding of study methods. I was able to reflect on my own study habits and identify which study habits of mine were ineffective. I highly recommend this course for all levels of learners!

By Salim D

Aug 19, 2019

A must !

Unfortunately the modern educational system ( most of the time in many countries ) is counter-productive.

A must-to-take course for students in order to learn better and release anxiety

Also important for teachers so they can bring the best of their teaching experience to students, based on this course

By Syarifah J

Feb 9, 2019

I am glad that I decided to participate in this course. I have learnt quite a lot and have realized the errors I have committed in learning. I would review the videos even after I've finished this course until the ideas really ingrained in my psyche and really practice what I have learnt here in this course.