Learning How To Learn for Youth

This is a great course. I am a high school teacher and have completed the adult version of this course twice. I am recommending this new course to my students. It is certainly pitched at the right level for high school students and is equally interesting for adults. Well done. From a teaching point of view it certainly provides acknowledgement that many of the "traditional" approaches to teaching are beneficial for growing brain-links. I think it is so exciting to have some knowledge of how our brain works. I think this knowledge can set up our students for a greater sense of control in both their academic and personal lives.

Oh! and by the way, the best part of doing the adult version is receiving the "Cheery Friday Greetings" email. Thank you.

This course is a game-changer, offering practical tips and techniques to help young learners develop better study habits and a growth mindset.

The instructors, Dr. Barbara Oakley, Dr. Terrence Sejnowski, and Greg Hammons, present complex concepts in an engaging and easy-to-understand manner. The course is filled with animations, application questions, and exercises that make learning fun and interactive.

- Understanding how the brain works: The course explains how our brains process information and how we can use this knowledge to improve our learning.
- Developing a growth mindset: The instructors emphasize the importance of embracing challenges and persisting through obstacles.
- Practical study tips: The course offers actionable advice on how to improve focus, avoid procrastination, and retain information better.

The "Learn How to Learn" course radically changes the way learners learn. I highly recommend this course. It's not just ordinary educational content; it's a thought experiment that helps you understand how your brain works and how you can use it smarter to achieve better results in your studies, work, and life.

What did I gain from the course?

I discovered practical ways to combat distractions and increase focus.

I learned how to use both focused and distracted brain states to master any new skill.

I understood the importance of spaced repetition and active recall.

I gained powerful tools to overcome procrastination and use brain power intelligently.

I now approach difficult material with greater confidence by building "brain connections."

You could say the course is simple… but it opens up huge doors.

Suitable for all ages and backgrounds.

Presented in an engaging and easy-to-apply style.

Full of practical examples that can be used immediately.

It changes the way you think about learning, not just how you study.

After completing the course, I no longer learn the same way. I learn faster, more deeply, and with less effort. I recommend it to anyone—student, employee, teacher, or even hobbyist looking to acquire a new skill. It's a small investment with a big impact on life.

I strongly believe this course should be mandatory for all students from Grade 8 and above. Learning How to Learn for Youth helps students understand how their own brain works and teaches them practical ways to study, focus, and manage learning challenges.

What makes this course special is that it’s useful for all ages, not just students. As a parent, it helped me understand why my kids sometimes struggle with their studies and how their brains process information differently. The course explains these concepts in a simple and engaging way, making them easy to apply in real life.

This course doesn’t just improve academic performance—it builds confidence, self-awareness, and healthier learning habits. I highly recommend it for students, parents, and educators alike.