Overview
Coursera Flash Sale
40% Off Coursera Plus for 3 Months!
Grab it
Explore the fascinating world of memory and brain function in this comprehensive 55-minute course led by bestselling author and neuroscientist Lisa Genova. Discover how memories are formed, stored, and retrieved while learning practical strategies to enhance your cognitive abilities. Delve into different types of memory including working memory, semantic memory, episodic memory, muscle memory, and prospective memory. Master attention techniques, understand the role of brain-healthy foods, and learn how to attach meaning to information for better retention. Examine the importance of context, stress management, and sleep in memory formation. Explore advanced memory techniques like the memory palace method while understanding normal forgetting patterns. Gain insights into maintaining brain health through engagement and develop a new perspective on how memory works in daily life. Designed for learners with novice-to-intermediate knowledge of brain anatomy and function.
Syllabus
How to boost your brain and memory with Lisa Genova
How Memories Are Made
Working Memory
Pay Attention
Brain Healthy Food
Semantic Memory
Attach Meaning
Episodic Memory
Make It Personal
Manage Stress
Muscle Memory
Prospective Memory
Context Matters
Sleep
Normal Forgetting
Memory Palace
Stay Engaged
Rethinking Memory
Taught by
TED