Curriculum

22 Topics
Introduction to the Focused and Diffuse Modes
Terrence Sejnowski and Barbara Oakley--Introduction to the Course Structure
Using the Focused and Diffuse Modes--Or a Little Dali will do You
What is Learning?
A Procrastination Preview
Practice Makes Permanent
Introduction to Memory
The Importance of Sleep in Learning
Interview with Dr. Terrence Sejnowski
Summary video for Module 1
Excitement About Whats Next! MaryAnne Nestor Gives Special Hints
Optional Interview with "Benny the Irish Polyglot" about Learning Languages
Optional Interview with Dr. Robert Bilder on Creativity and Problem Solving
Optional Interview with Writing Coach Daphne Gray-Grant
Welcome and Course Information
Guidance in Applying for Continuing Education or Professional Development Credit
Get to Know Your Classmates
Reading: Focused versus Diffuse Thinking
A Posting about Anxiety Depression and PTSD from a learner in Learning How to learn
Introductory Quiz (An easy quick review of relevant info)
What is Learning?
Reflective Essay about a Learning Challenge

17 Topics
Introduction to Chunking
What is a Chunk?
How to Form a Chunk - Part 1
How to Form a Chunk - Part 2
Illusions of Competence
Optional Video: How to Integrate a Flashcard Retrieval Practice System into This Course
What Motivates You?
The Value of a Library of Chunks
Generative AI Unleashes the Learning Potential of Metaphors
Overlearning Choking Einstellung Chunking and Interleaving
Summary for Module 2
Optional Interview with Dr. Norman Fortenberry - Learning at MIT
Optional Interview with Scott Young a "Marco Polo" of Learning
Reading: Chunking
Chunking
Retrieval Practice
Retrieval Practice

19 Topics
Introduction to Procrastination and Memory
Tackling Procrastination - It is Easier and More Valuable Than You Think
Zombies Everywhere
Surf is Up: Process Versus Product
Harnessing Your Zombies to Help You
Juggling Life and Learning
Summing Up Procrastination
Diving Deeper into Memory
What is Long Term Memory?
Creating Meaningful Groups and the Memory Palace Technique
Summing Up Memory
Optional Interview with 4 Time US Memory Champion Nelson Dellis
Optional Interview with Dr. Robert Gamache an Award-winning Bilingual Scientist
Optional Interview with Keith Devlin from Stanford the NPR "Math Guy"
Reading: Procrastination and Memory
Procrastination and Memory
Retrieval Practice
Retrieval Practice
Final Project: Learn by teaching others how to learn

22 Topics
How to Become a Better Learner
Introduction to Renaissance Learning and Unlocking Your Potential
Create a Lively Visual Metaphor or Analogy
No Need for Genius Envy
Change Your Thoughts Change Your Life
The Value of Teamwork
A Test Checklist
Hard Start - Jump to Easy
Final Helpful Hints for Tests
Summary for Module 4
Wrapup to the Course by Terrence Sejnowski and Barbara Oakley
Optional: Part 1: How NOT to Take a Test Interview with Dr. Richard Felder and Dr. Rebecca Brent
Optional: Part 2: Learning Something New Interview with Dr. Richard Felder and Dr. Rebecca Brent
Optional: Part 3: The Imposter Syndrome and Dealing with Procrastination Interview with Dr. Richard Felder and Dr. Rebecca Brent
Optional: Writer John Maguire (readablewriting.com) on the Importance of Putting Objects in Your Writing
Optional Interview with William Craig Rice on learning in the humanities
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Reading: Renaissance Learning and Unlocking Your Potential
Farewell and Hello!
Final
Retrieval Practice
Retrieval Practice

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