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 the 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.
Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects
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Universidad McMaster
Universidad de California en San Diego
Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects
Universidad McMaster
Acerca de este Curso
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Resultados profesionales del estudiante
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29%
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Habilidades que obtendrás
Test PreparationLearning To LearnPomodoro TechniqueMeta Learning
Resultados profesionales del estudiante
36%
comenzó una nueva carrera después de completar estos cursos
29%
consiguió un beneficio tangible en su carrera profesional gracias a este curso
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Fechas límite flexibles
Restablece las fechas límite en función de tus horarios.
Aprox. 12 horas para completar
Sugerido: about 3 hours of video, 3 hours of exercises, 3 hours of bonus material
Inglés (English)
Subtítulos: Tamil, Árabe (Arabic), Francés (French), Bengalí, Ucraniano, Portugués (europeo), Serbio, Chino (simplificado), Griego, Italiano, Portugués (de Brasil), Vietnamita, Neerlandés, Estonio, Alemán (German), Ruso (Russian), Tailandés, Inglés (English), Hebreo, Español (Spanish), Rumano, Persa, Húngaro, Polaco
Programa - Qué aprenderás en este curso
4 horas para completar
What is Learning?
Although living brains are very complex, this module uses metaphor and analogy to help simplify matters. You will discover several fundamentally different modes of thinking, and how you can use these modes to improve your learning. You will also be introduced to a tool for tackling procrastination, be given some practical information about memory, and discover surprisingly useful insights about learning and sleep. <br><br>(Please note that this module should only take about an hour--the extra time quoted relates to purely optional activities.)
4 horas para completar
14 videos (Total 109 minutos), 4 lecturas, 3 cuestionarios
14 videos
Terrence Sejnowski and Barbara Oakley--Introduction to the Course Structure2m
Using the Focused and Diffuse Modes--Or, a Little Dali will do You4m
What is Learning?5m
A Procrastination Preview2m
Practice Makes Permanent6m
Introduction to Memory4m
The Importance of Sleep in Learning3m
Interview with Dr. Terrence Sejnowski14m
Summary video for Module 14m
Excitement About Whats Next! MaryAnne Nestor Gives Special Hints1m
Optional Interview with "Benny the Irish Polyglot" about Learning Languages19m
Optional Interview with Dr. Robert Bilder on Creativity and Problem Solving15m
Optional Interview with Writing Coach Daphne Gray-Grant18m
4 lecturas
Welcome and Course Information10m
Get to Know Your Classmates10m
Reading: Focused versus Diffuse Thinking
A Posting about Anxiety, Depression and PTSD from a learner in Learning How to learn
2 ejercicios de práctica
Introductory Quiz (Lots of fun and useful info!)30m
What is Learning?30m
3 horas para completar
Chunking
In this module, we’re going to be talking about chunks. Chunks are compact packages of information that your mind can easily access. We’ll talk about how you can form chunks, how you can use them to improve your understanding and creativity with the material, and how chunks can help you to do better on tests. We’ll also explore illusions of competence in learning, the challenges of overlearning, and the advantages of interleaving.
3 horas para completar
11 videos (Total 77 minutos), 1 lectura, 3 cuestionarios
11 videos
What is a Chunk?6m
How to Form a Chunk - Part 15m
How to Form a Chunk - Part 27m
Illusions of Competence8m
What Motivates You?5m
The Value of a Library of Chunks5m
Overlearning, Choking, Einstellung, and Interleaving8m
Summary for Module 23m
Optional Interview with Dr. Norman Fortenberry - Learning at MIT10m
Optional Interview with Scott Young, a "Marco Polo" of Learning16m
1 lectura
Reading: Chunking
3 ejercicios de práctica
Retrieval Practice30m
Retrieval Practice30m
Chunking30m
4 horas para completar
Procrastination and Memory
In this module, we talk about two intimately connected ideas—procrastination and memory. Building solid chunks in long term memory--chunks that are easily accessible by your short term memory—takes time. This is why learning to handle procrastination is so important. Finally, we talk about some of the best ways to access your brain’s most powerful long term memory systems.
4 horas para completar
14 videos (Total 106 minutos), 1 lectura, 4 cuestionarios
14 videos
Tackling Procrastination - It is Easier, and More Valuable, Than You Think6m
Zombies Everywhere3m
Surf is Up: Process Versus Product4m
Harnessing Your Zombies to Help You5m
Juggling Life and Learning5m
Summing Up Procrastination1m
Diving Deeper into Memory6m
What is Long Term Memory?5m
Creating Meaningful Groups and the Memory Palace Technique6m
Summing Up Memory3m
Optional Interview with 4 Time US Memory Champion Nelson Dellis23m
Optional Interview with Dr. Robert Gamache, an Award-winning Bilingual Scientist14m
Optional Interview with Keith Devlin from Stanford, the NPR "Math Guy"20m
1 lectura
Reading: Procrastination and Memory
3 ejercicios de práctica
Retrieval Practice30m
Retrieval Practice30m
Procrastination and Memory30m
4 horas para completar
Renaissance Learning and Unlocking Your Potential
In this module we’re going to talk more about important ideas and techniques that will enhance your ability to learn. You’ll also discover how to more profitably interact with fellow learners, how to recognize your own strengths, and how to avoid the “imposter syndrome.” Fighter pilots and surgeons use checklists to help them with their critical duties—you can use a similar checklist to help you prepare for tests. Ultimately, you will learn more about the joys of living a life filled with learning!
4 horas para completar
16 videos (Total 140 minutos), 3 lecturas, 3 cuestionarios
16 videos
Introduction to Renaissance Learning and Unlocking Your Potential1m
Create a Lively Visual Metaphor or Analogy3m
No Need for Genius Envy6m
Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life6m
The Value of Teamwork6m
A Test Checklist3m
Hard Start - Jump to Easy4m
Final Helpful Hints for Tests5m
Summary for Module 43m
Wrapup to the Course by Terrence Sejnowski and Barbara Oakley2m
Optional: Part 1: How NOT to Take a Test, Interview with Dr. Richard Felder and Dr. Rebecca Brent11m
Optional: Part 2: Learning Something New, Interview with Dr. Richard Felder and Dr. Rebecca Brent9m
Optional: Part 3: The Imposter Syndrome and Dealing with Procrastination, Interview with Dr. Richard Felder and Dr. Rebecca Brent9m
Optional: Writer John Maguire (readablewriting.com) on the Importance of Putting Objects in Your Writing20m
Optional Interview with William Craig Rice on learning in the humanities40m
3 lecturas
Please Rate this Course on Class Central10m
Reading: Renaissance Learning and Unlocking Your Potential
Farewell and Hello!1m
3 ejercicios de práctica
Retrieval Practice30m
Retrieval Practice30m
Final30m
Revisiones
Principales revisiones sobre LEARNING HOW TO LEARN: POWERFUL MENTAL TOOLS TO HELP YOU MASTER TOUGH SUBJECTS
por ZLNov 22, 2015
First MOOC that I can accomplish, even in my busiest days, because I'm motivated to learn the lessons taught in it and I like the teacher and class format (small videos and always repeating concepts).
por OMApr 28, 2016
Great course. Took it since it was the most popular MOOC on coursera,. Have started using a few of the techniques and they are very effective. Highly recommended no matter who you are and what you do.
por AKAug 17, 2017
It was a wonderful journey of learning how to learn. Simple and effective. Wish i had come across something like this a little early in life. But better late than never. Keep up the good work. Thanks.
por BANov 5, 2016
Amazing course, I learned a lot of new techniques for self motivation, and effecient learning. Now, I feel more confident to take further steps in improving and developing myself. Thank you so much :)
Acerca de Universidad McMaster
Founded in 1887, McMaster University is committed to creativity, innovation, and excellence by inspiring critical thinking, personal growth, and a passion for learning. Ranked amongst the Top 100 universities in the world, McMaster pioneered a learner-centred, problem-based, interdisciplinary approach to learning that is now known worldwide as the “McMaster Model”.
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