Learn Like a Pro: Science-Based Tools to Improve Your Learning Skills (Paperback)

ISBN: 978-1250799371

Unlock the secrets of effective learning with Learn Like a Pro, a practical guide packed with the latest insights from neuroscience and cognitive psychology. Whether you are a student, professional, lifelong learner, or simply someone who wants to learn faster and remember more, this book provides proven strategies to help you master any subject.

Do you spend hours studying but struggle to see results? Do you forget what you read soon after learning it? Do distractions, procrastination, or lack of motivation make studying feel difficult? Learn Like a Pro offers solutions to these common challenges and shows you how to make your brain work more effectively.

Written by renowned learning experts Dr. Barbara Oakley and Olav Schewe, this book combines cutting-edge research with practical techniques developed through years of teaching, writing, and working with thousands of learners worldwide. The authors reveal how successful learners build a powerful “mental toolbox” of strategies and know when and how to apply the right technique for any learning challenge.

Inside, you will discover how to:

Improve your focus and concentration

Remember information more effectively

Overcome procrastination and distractions

Develop better study habits

Understand how your brain learns best

Build confidence and become a more independent learner

Learning is not just a talent some people are born with—it is a skill that can be developed. By applying the evidence-based methods in this book, you can transform the way you learn and achieve better results in school, work, and everyday life.

About the Authors

Dr. Barbara Oakley, PhD, PE is a Professor of Engineering at Oakland University and Michigan’s Distinguished Professor of the Year (2018). She is the creator of one of the world’s most popular online courses on learning and has taught millions of students through online education platforms. She is a Fellow of the American Institute of Biological and Medical Engineers and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

Olav Schewe is the founder and CEO of Educas, an educational technology company focused on helping students learn more effectively. He is also an educational consultant and advisor to major learning technology organizations. Olav holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration with Distinction from the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School and degrees from the Norwegian School of Economics and the University of California, Berkeley.

Learn Like a Pro is the essential guide for anyone who wants to study smarter, retain more knowledge, and develop lifelong learning skills.

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