Download or read book Learn Like a Pro written by Barbara Oakley PhD and published by St. Martin's Essentials. This book was released on 2021-06-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A book for learners of all ages containing the best and most updated advice on learning from neuroscience and cognitive psychology. Do you spend too much time learning with disappointing results? Do you find it difficult to remember what you read? Do you put off studying because it’s boring and you’re easily distracted? This book is for you. Dr. Barbara Oakley and Olav Schewe have both struggled in the past with their learning. But they have found techniques to help them master any material. Building on insights from neuroscience and cognitive psychology, they give you a crash course to improve your ability to learn, no matter what the subject is. Through their decades of writing, teaching, and research on learning, the authors have developed deep connections with experts from a vast array of disciplines. And it’s all honed with feedback from thousands of students who have themselves gone through the trenches of learning. Successful learners gradually add tools and techniques to their mental toolbox, and they think critically about their learning to determine when and how to best use their mental tools. That allows these learners to make the best use of their brains, whether those brains seem “naturally” geared toward learning or not. This book will teach you how you can do the same.
Download or read book How to Learn Like a Pro written by Phyllis Nissila and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Learning How to Learn written by Barbara Oakley, PhD and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-08-07 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A surprisingly simple way for students to master any subject--based on one of the world's most popular online courses and the bestselling book A Mind for Numbers A Mind for Numbers and its wildly popular online companion course "Learning How to Learn" have empowered more than two million learners of all ages from around the world to master subjects that they once struggled with. Fans often wish they'd discovered these learning strategies earlier and ask how they can help their kids master these skills as well. Now in this new book for kids and teens, the authors reveal how to make the most of time spent studying. We all have the tools to learn what might not seem to come naturally to us at first--the secret is to understand how the brain works so we can unlock its power. This book explains: • Why sometimes letting your mind wander is an important part of the learning process • How to avoid "rut think" in order to think outside the box • Why having a poor memory can be a good thing • The value of metaphors in developing understanding • A simple, yet powerful, way to stop procrastinating Filled with illustrations, application questions, and exercises, this book makes learning easy and fun.
Download or read book Teach Like a Pro The Ultimate Guide for Ballroom Dance Instructors written by Diane Jarmolow and published by . This book was released on 2011-05-01 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With this one-of-a-kind book, dance instructors will develop the confidence and professionalism to quickly and easily go from being a good teacher to a great one, and gain the skills needed to skyrocket their careers.
Download or read book The First 20 Hours written by Josh Kaufman and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-06-13 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forget the 10,000 hour rule— what if it’s possible to learn the basics of any new skill in 20 hours or less? Take a moment to consider how many things you want to learn to do. What’s on your list? What’s holding you back from getting started? Are you worried about the time and effort it takes to acquire new skills—time you don’t have and effort you can’t spare? Research suggests it takes 10,000 hours to develop a new skill. In this nonstop world when will you ever find that much time and energy? To make matters worse, the early hours of practicing something new are always the most frustrating. That’s why it’s difficult to learn how to speak a new language, play an instrument, hit a golf ball, or shoot great photos. It’s so much easier to watch TV or surf the web . . . In The First 20 Hours, Josh Kaufman offers a systematic approach to rapid skill acquisition— how to learn any new skill as quickly as possible. His method shows you how to deconstruct complex skills, maximize productive practice, and remove common learning barriers. By completing just 20 hours of focused, deliberate practice you’ll go from knowing absolutely nothing to performing noticeably well. Kaufman personally field-tested the methods in this book. You’ll have a front row seat as he develops a personal yoga practice, writes his own web-based computer programs, teaches himself to touch type on a nonstandard keyboard, explores the oldest and most complex board game in history, picks up the ukulele, and learns how to windsurf. Here are a few of the simple techniques he teaches: Define your target performance level: Figure out what your desired level of skill looks like, what you’re trying to achieve, and what you’ll be able to do when you’re done. The more specific, the better. Deconstruct the skill: Most of the things we think of as skills are actually bundles of smaller subskills. If you break down the subcomponents, it’s easier to figure out which ones are most important and practice those first. Eliminate barriers to practice: Removing common distractions and unnecessary effort makes it much easier to sit down and focus on deliberate practice. Create fast feedback loops: Getting accurate, real-time information about how well you’re performing during practice makes it much easier to improve. Whether you want to paint a portrait, launch a start-up, fly an airplane, or juggle flaming chainsaws, The First 20 Hours will help you pick up the basics of any skill in record time . . . and have more fun along the way.
Download or read book Uncommon Sense Teaching written by Barbara Oakley, PhD and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-06-15 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Top 10 Pick for Learning Ladders’ Best Books for Educators Summer 2021 A groundbreaking guide to improve teaching based on the latest research in neuroscience, from the bestselling author of A Mind for Numbers. Neuroscientists and cognitive scientists have made enormous strides in understanding the brain and how we learn, but little of that insight has filtered down to the way teachers teach. Uncommon Sense Teaching applies this research to the classroom for teachers, parents, and anyone interested in improving education. Topics include: • keeping students motivated and engaged, especially with online learning • helping students remember information long-term, so it isn't immediately forgotten after a test • how to teach inclusively in a diverse classroom where students have a wide range of abilities Drawing on research findings as well as the authors' combined decades of experience in the classroom, Uncommon Sense Teaching equips readers with the tools to enhance their teaching, whether they're seasoned professionals or parents trying to offer extra support for their children's education.
Download or read book Learn Better written by Ulrich Boser and published by Rodale Books. This book was released on 2019-09-03 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For centuries, experts have argued that learning was about memorizing information: You're supposed to study facts, dates, and details; burn them into your memory; and then apply that knowledge at opportune times. But this approach to learning isn’t nearly enough for the world that we live in today, and in Learn Better journalist and education researcher Ulrich Boser demonstrates that how we learn can matter just as much as what we learn. In this brilliantly researched book, Boser maps out the new science of learning, showing how simple techniques like comprehension check-ins and making material personally relatable can help people gain expertise in dramatically better ways. He covers six key steps to help you “learn how to learn,” all illuminated with fascinating stories like how Jackson Pollock developed his unique painting style and why an ancient Japanese counting device allows kids to do math at superhuman speeds. Boser’s witty, engaging writing makes this book feel like a guilty pleasure, not homework. Learn Better will revolutionize the way students and society alike approach learning and makes the case that being smart is not an innate ability—learning is a skill everyone can master. With Boser as your guide, you will be able to fully capitalize on your brain’s remarkable ability to gain new skills and open up a whole new world of possibilities.
Download or read book How to Speak Like a Pro written by Leon Fletcher and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 1996-09-29 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than snakes, more than deep water, even more than death, people cite public speaking as their greatest fear. But with more than seventy percent of our jobs requiring the effective presentation of ideas to a group, you need to know “how to speak like a pro.” • Seven tips to control stage fright • How to select your subject, gather ideas, and present information • How to start, organize, and end your speech • The importance of practicing—and the dangers of over-practicing • How to seem spontaneous, yet be prepared • How to deal with distractions—from hecklers to crying babies • Eight easy-to-follow steps to preparing and presenting a speech and more With handy checklists after each chapter!
Download or read book A Mind for Numbers written by Barbara A. Oakley and published by TarcherPerigee. This book was released on 2014-07-31 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Engineering professor Barbara Oakley knows firsthand how it feels to struggle with math. In her book, she offers you the tools needed to get a better grasp of that intimidating but inescapable field.
Download or read book Research Like a Pro written by Diana Elder and published by Family Locket Books. This book was released on 2018-05-19 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you stuck in your genealogical research? Wondering how to make progress on your brick wall problems? Discover the process that a professional genealogist uses to solve difficult cases. Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist's Guide shares a step-by-step method using real world examples, easily understood by any level of genealogist; written for the researcher ready to take their skills to the next level.Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist's Guide will give you the tools to:- Form an objective focusing your research for an entire project.- Review your research with new eyes by creating your own timeline analysis.- Construct a locality guide to direct your research.- Create a plan to keep your research on track.- Style source citations, giving your work credibility.- Set up a research log to organize and track your searches.- Write a report detailing your findings and ideas for future research.Links to templates give you the tools you need to get started and work samples illustrate each step. You'll learn to execute a research project from start to finish, then start again with the new information discovered. Whether you are a newbie or experienced researcher, Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist's Guide will move the search for your ancestors forward. Start now to learn to Research Like a Pro.
Download or read book Think Like a Poker Pro written by Byron Jacobs and published by D&B Publishing. This book was released on 2011-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Byron Jacobs has been a successful online poker player for seven years. In this book he identifies precisely how this can be achieved and shows how much of the battle actually needs to be conducted away from the table. Bonus 180 minute video CD included.
Download or read book Train Your Dog Like a Pro written by Jean Donaldson and published by *Howell Book House. This book was released on 2010-05-03 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The tools you need to think and train like a professional Jean Donaldson is one of the top dog trainers in the United States, and her training academy has gained a reputation as the Harvard for dog trainers and behavioral counselors. Now, you can harness her highly effective dog-training techniques and benefit from her expert guidance without leaving your home. If you're like most dog owners, you treat your four-legged friend as a valued member of the family who enjoys the full run of the house-which is why good behavior is so important. Train Your Dog Like a Pro offers a trusted, systematic approach to positive dog training that anyone can follow. You'll get clear, detailed instructions for teaching essential behaviors, more advanced skills, and even some fun tricks. Plus, a bonus DVD shows you exactly how to accomplish each technique. Bonus DVD contains 2 hours and 30 minutes of hands-on instruction Training is based only on positive reinforcement, patience, and persistence Donaldson is the best-selling author of The Culture Clash: The Revolutionary New Way to Understanding the Relationship Between Humans and Domestic Dogs Whether you're the proud parent of a puppy, an adolescent, or an adult dog, this book and DVD truly give you everything you need to train your dog like a pro. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.
Download or read book Learning how to Learn written by Jerry Lucas and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn anything without the drudgery of rote memorization! By teaching your mind to make the intangible tangible, you can learn and remember more than you ever thought possible.
Download or read book How We Learn written by Benedict Carey and published by Pan Macmillan. This book was released on 2014-09-11 with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From an early age, we are told that restlessness, distraction, and ignorance are the enemies of success. Learning is all self-discipline, so we must confine ourselves to designated study areas, turn off the music, and maintain a strict ritual. But what if almost everything we were told about learning is wrong? And what if there was a way to achieve more with less effort? Here, award-winning science reporter Benedict Carey sifts through decades of education research to uncover the truth about how our brains absorb and retain information. What he discovers is that, from the moment we are born, we all learn quickly, efficiently, and automatically; but in our zeal to systematize the process we have ignored valuable, naturally enjoyable learning tools like forgetting, sleeping, and daydreaming. Is a dedicated desk in a quiet room really the best way to study? Can altering your routine improve your recall? Are there times when distraction is good? Is repetition necessary? Carey's search for answers to these questions yields a wealth of strategies that make learning more a part of our everyday lives--and less of a chore.--From publisher description.
Download or read book How To Learn and Study In College Like a Pro written by Katherine McLaren and published by Katherine McLaren. This book was released on with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains various tips and information to help you get through college. College could become another big challenge faced by graduating high school students, yet with the help of this book, it can help you prepare and get on the right track when in college. Entering college life is not an easy process. It takes a lot of determination, efforts, and decision-making. Choosing the right course for you is never easy. Nevertheless, it is only the beginning and as they have always said, the beginning is always the hardest. Getting ready and prepared to face another chapter of your life will be truly exciting, especially if allow me to guide you through the process. The topics covered in this book are as follows: ENTERING COLLEGE ZONE. This serves as introduction on how to get into college. It give a point of view of how college might be and what are the expected sacrifices a student can possibly do. MEET THE PROFESSORS. This part covers the types of professors that freshman college students can meet. There are also some tips given on how to handle tough professors. MEET THE CLASSMATES. This part discusses the types of classmates that you can encounter. It also gives tips on how to choose friends wisely. THE DEADLINES. This section clearly instils in the mind of the readers how important deadlines are to the life of every students. THE GRADES TO MEET. This part talks about the grades that a college student must meet. This also serves as an introduction in the proceeding section. STUDY TIPS ROUGH GUIDE. This section gives various tips in studying. Some tips about reviewing, memorizing, dealing with peer-pressure, and fixing your schedule are covered in this chapter. PREPARATION BEFORE EXAMINATION. This part gives pieces of advice before taking an examination. It is advisable to read this and apply the tips given to give a fruitful outcome. WHAT TO DO DURING EXAMINATION. This talks about the thing to avoid during an examination. It also gives some pointers on how to be relaxed during an examination. AFTER EXAMINATION. This section gives felicitations for those who finish an examination. It also gives advice to the ones who feels like they did not ace in the examination. REPORTING IN CLASS. This part gives various guidelines on how to present a report very well in front of the class and how to make an attachment to you audience. HOW TO JOIN A STUDY GROUP. This section elaborates what factors shall be considered in choosing a study group. It also discusses what a study group is and the functions of each members as well as the function of the leader. WHY CHEAT? This part discusses the reasons why students cheat. This part does not take the side of the cheaters it only presents some reasons why students cheat. PRACTICES OF CHEATING. This section gives the traditional practices of cheating. It also includes what type of school works students use them. IS IT BETTER TO CHEAT THAN TO REPEAT? This is a short discussion of why failing is better than repeating. THIS WAY TO SUCCESS. This part gives encouragement to students who feel like giving up. LEARNING FROM YOUR FAILURES. The final section discusses how to rise above from failure and getting strength from family members and friends. This report aims to help students who are facing difficulty in adapting to the college life. This report may not only be for Freshman College students but also for all the other students who want to be inspired in studying and get right on track. Grab your copy now!
Download or read book Python for Everyone Learn to Code Like a Pro written by M.B. Chatfield and published by M.B. Chatfield. This book was released on with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take your Python skills to the next level! Python for Everyone is a comprehensive guide for anyone who wants to learn Python programming. This book is perfect for beginners who want to learn the basics of Python, as well as experienced programmers who want to take their skills to the next level. In this book, you will learn: Advanced Python syntax Object-oriented programming Data structures and algorithms Functional programming Python for data analysis and machine learning And much more! With Python for Everyone, you will be able to: Write complex Python programs Use Python to solve real-world problems Build powerful and efficient applications Become a professional Python programmer So what are you waiting for? Start learning Python today!
Download or read book HOW TO LEARN LIKE A PRO PRODUCT ID 23855643 written by PHYLLIS. NISSILA and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
