I wrote about the secret of effective learning in the previous post. In 2023 I completed two MOOC courses: Learning How to Learn and Mindshift, through which I gained a deeper understanding of effective learning. This blog is a continuum from the last piece.
The Essence of Learning
Professor Barbara Oakley’s famous online course Learning How to Learn has given me a deeper understanding of the essence of learning. After establishing my awareness of ineffective and effective learning, I have redeveloped new learning habits. Through Professor Barbara’s course, which provides various simple and vivid metaphors, I have understood the science behind effective learning methods. This has deepened my understanding of effective learning methods and has allowed me to better apply these methods in practice.
Brain Modes
The brain operates in two modes: the focused mode and the diffuse mode. When we are learning a specific field of knowledge, we need to start with the focused mode, where we deeply engage in thinking, understanding, and repetitive practice and memorisation to master that knowledge. In this focused mode, certain neurons in the brain become highly active, forming connections within limited local areas. While in the diffuse mode, distant neurons can create new connections, leading to…
