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Learning How To Learn for Youth
Arizona State UniversityAbout this Course
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Beginner Level
Approx. 6 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: Chinese (Traditional), Arabic, Chinese (Simplified), Turkish, English, Spanish
What you will learn
Compare two modes of thinking and their effective use.
Identify the cause of procrastination and how to stop doing it.
Explain how sleep and exercise improve learning and memory.
Discover how active learning can help you study more effectively.
Skills you will gain
Test PreparationLearning To LearnPomodoro TechniqueMeta Learning
Learner Career Outcomes
30%
started a new career after completing these courses
21%
got a tangible career benefit from this course
Shareable Certificate
Earn a Certificate upon completion
100% online
Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
Flexible deadlines
Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.
Beginner Level
Approx. 6 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: Chinese (Traditional), Arabic, Chinese (Simplified), Turkish, English, Spanish
Offered by
Arizona State University
Arizona State University has developed a new model for the American Research University, creating an institution that is committed to excellence, access and impact. ASU measures itself by those it includes, not by those it excludes. ASU pursues research that contributes to the public good, and ASU assumes major responsibility for the economic, social and cultural vitality of the communities that surround it.
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
2 hours to complete
What is Learning?
In this module, we'll use metaphor and analogy to help you more easily understand key ideas about how your brain works. You will discover two modes of thinking—you can use these modes in different ways to improve your learning. We will also show you a powerful tool for tackling procrastination, give you some great memory tips, and point out why "sleeping on it" can be a good idea!
2 hours to complete
5 videos (Total 25 min), 1 reading, 1 quiz
5 videos
Video 2: Using a Tomato to Avoid Putting Things Off5m
Video 3: Broadening Your Passions4m
Video 4: Fun with Space Aliens5m
Video 5: How to Wake Up Smarter4m
1 reading
Welcome and Meet the Instructors5m
1 practice exercise
Module 120m
2 hours to complete
Tips to Build Your Memory
In this module, we explore the brain’s process for storing information in long-term memory in an easy to understand metaphor involving a school bag, a locker and an octopus. Then, we will talk about some of the best ways to access your brain’s most powerful long-term memory systems, like metaphor, recall, memory palace and rhyming.
2 hours to complete
5 videos (Total 23 min), 2 readings, 1 quiz
5 videos
Video 7: Recall4m
Video 8: Working Memory5m
Video 9: Slick Tricks to Build Your Memory5m
Video 10: Even Crazier Memory Tricks4m
2 readings
Recall Exercise10m
The Memory Palace Technique10m
1 practice exercise
Quiz: Module 220m
3 hours to complete
Brain Links and Study Tips
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 avoid “information overload,” and how to recognize your own strengths. 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!
3 hours to complete
6 videos (Total 29 min), 5 readings, 2 quizzes
6 videos
Video 12: Who Stole My Parking Spot? The Challenges of Information Overload4m
Video 13: How to Pump Up Your Brain3m
Video 14: Surprises About Learning: Your Worst Traits Can Be Your Best5m
Video 15: How to Do Well on Tests4m
Video 16: The Keys to Success in Your Learning4m
5 readings
Test Checklist5m
My Learning Journal10m
Please Rate this Course on Class Central10m
Learning by Teaching30m
Recommended Books5m
2 practice exercises
Quick self-check2m
Module 320m
Reviews
TOP REVIEWS FROM LEARNING HOW TO LEARN FOR YOUTH
by LRMay 12, 2019
I am still seeing octopede/octopuses with tentacles in backpacks or lockers. Wonderful!!! I am a therapist who works with all age children and this will be extremely helpful! Thank you to all of you.
by SHJun 19, 2020
I learn so much from this course. It really helps me improving my learning and the way the message was conveyed really helps the youth to understand. Thank you so much for all the lesson and sharing!
by HBMar 29, 2020
Excellent Course! It actually made a lot of changes in my routine of studying. And I'm damn sure that definitely it will make focused to each of them who had completed this course honestly.
by MLMay 8, 2020
highly recommend!! made me have a whole new approach on learning and was enjoyable and easy to follow. these tips that i have learnt are something that i will use in my whole life.
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