Learning How to Learn is a course on Coursera that teaches effective learning strategies, the evidence‐based learning techniques rooted in neuroscience and cognitive psychology.
Coursera's 'Learning How to Learn' course provides powerful psychological tools to help learners master difficult subjects. It is suitable for beginners, requires no prior experience, and offers flexible scheduling, taking approximately 15 hours to complete. This course provides insights into how the brain learns and offers practical techniques to improve learning efficiency and retention. Created by Dr. Barbara Oakley and Dr. Terrence Sejnowski, this course distills decades of research into practical strategies like spaced repetition, memory palaces, and focused versus diffuse thinking. The course includes 14 videos, 5 reading materials, 2 assignments, and 1 peer review, with a rating of 4.8 based on 91,978 reviews.
Glasgow's School of Psychology and Neuroscience links the mind and the nervous system through world-class research and teaching, addressing major scientific questions and contributing to human health and well-being.
The Department of Psychological Sciences at Purdue University offers comprehensive programs and research opportunities across various psychology disciplines, preparing students for diverse careers in psychology and related fields.
I am an associate professor at the Centre for Wellbeing Science within the University of Melbourne's Graduate School of Education. My research draws on multiple fields of inquiry, including health, positive, social, personality, and developmental psychology, and public health to address the question of thriving across the lifespan. I focus on understanding, measuring, and supporting wellbeing across the lifespan. I work with schools and workplaces to examine strategies for supporting wellbeing, and bridging gaps between research and practice.I have published 3 books, over 100 peer-reviewed articles and chapters, and the new, freely available Palgrave Handbook of Positive Education. I have published 3 books, over 100 peer-reviewed articles and chapters, and the new, freely available Palgrave Handbook of Positive Education.