Learning

Reading Mode and Inverse Bookclub [TLN#15]

Hi there! Last week we talked about habits — the importance of thinking through details upfront while forming new habits, and intentionally concluding old habits rather then letting them fizzle out. I will come back to this topic in future issues, as there is more

What does Tetris have to do with Learning? [TLN#12]

We all want to learn something. And if you're an entrepreneur (or a software developer) it's your job to learn. We're born with a deep desire and an intuitive ability

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Learning as Little as Possible

I've always thought learning is a good thing. Learn as much as possible. Keep learning. Be a life-long learner of course. This sounds glorious. But is there such a thing as too much learning? There seems to be, I explore why below. First, I

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Learning How to Learn Week 4 - Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Brain

My notes from an online course that claims to "teach powerful mental tools to help master tough subjects". My interest in this is actually pedagogical and cross referencing the techniques with my own experiences and teaching style. Tips for becoming a better learner: Exercise

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Learning How to Learn Week 3 - Procrastination and Memory

My notes from an online course that claims to 'teach powerful mental tools to help master tough subjects'. My interest in this is actually pedagogical and cross referencing the techniques with my own experiences and teaching style. Focusing on process not the product of

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Learning How to Learn Week 2 - Illusion of Competence and Library of Chunks

My notes from an online course that claims to 'teach powerful mental tools to help master tough subjects'. My interest in this is actually pedagogical and cross referencing the techniques with my own experiences and teaching style. Chunking: Chunk are bits of information connected

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Learning How to Learn Week 1 - Diffused and Focused Modes

Notes from Cousera course that claims to 'teach powerful mental tools to help master tough subjects'. My interest in this is actually pedagogical and cross referencing the techniques with my own experiences and teaching style. "You must plant the seed for diffused mode by