Education
Learn Like a Pro
Barbara Oakley & Olav Schewe
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Learning scientist Barbara Oakley and Olav Schewe distill research-backed learning strategies — from spaced repetition to managing procrastination and test anxiety — into a practical, student-focused guide for learning more effectively and efficiently.
Key takeaways
- Focused and Diffuse Thinking Modes Both Support Learning
- Spaced Repetition and Active Recall Outperform Passive Review
- Manage Procrastination Through Understanding Its Psychological Roots
- Manage Test Anxiety and Performance Pressure
- Build a Sustainable, Personalized Learning System
Final takeaway
Oakley and Schewe close by translating cognitive science research into a practical, directly actionable system students and lifelong learners alike can apply to their own ongoing learning goals.
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