Top 15 books about learning
Make It Stick
What is Make It Stick about?
Challenge traditional learning approaches with the 2014 bestseller, "Make It Stick." This must-read offers science-proved techniques for improving memory and learning. Read and learn more about self-trsting, spaced repetition, and mixing subjects for a more effective learning.
Why Don't Students Like Shool?
What is Why Don't Students Like Shool? about?
No one in their right mind liked school, did they? But if you step away from the jokes, it becomes even sad because school is a significant part of our lives. There are clearly some problems with school and learning these days, so in his book, “Why Don't Students Like School?” Daniel T. Willingham tries to explain the reason for this phenomenon using cognitive psychology.
A Mind for Numbers
What is A Mind for Numbers about?
In her book “A Mind for Numbers”, Barbara Oakley shares the secrets of learning through using the most of our cognitive abilities. Through this book, you will learn how to combat procrastination and exam stress and learn something effectively.
Mindset
What is Mindset about?
“Mindset: The New Psychology of Success” by Carol Dweck is a book that makes you think twice about your mindset. It provides a piece of example-based advice on growing and improving yourself. Also, it helps you find the reason for your fixed mindset.
Ultralearning
What is Ultralearning about?
“Ultralearning” by Scott H. Young shows you how to learn quickly and successfully. You will find strategies and methods to help you achieve your goals and not give up.
The Art of Learning
What is The Art of Learning about?
A world champion martial artist and eight-time national chess champion Josh Waitzkin teaches you valuable lessons he learned through his own experience. These two competitive fields have helped him identify life's key principles for achieving goals.
Thinking, Fast and Slow
What is Thinking, Fast and Slow about?
In “Thinking, Fast and Slow”, Daniel Kahneman invites us on a journey through the complex landscape of our minds, revealing how two distinct systems govern our thought processes. Using psychological insights and engaging examples, Kahneman unveils the hidden impacts of cognitive biases and heuristics on our perceptions, decisions, and beliefs.
How to Take Smart Notes
What is How to Take Smart Notes about?
If you keep a personal journal, you know how helpful writing down your thoughts can be. However, you may achieve even greater results in your study, work, or writing career just by taking notes. In his book “How to Take Smart Notes”, Sönke Ahrens will show you how to properly build your slip-box, optimizing any thought processes through writing.
Atomic Habits
What is Atomic Habits about?
"Atomic Habits" by James Clear is one of the most valuable sources for changing your habits as it reveals the very nature of habit formation. The literary work suggests following continuous sequences of cues, cravings, responses, and rewards to achieve objectives. The author has been researching habits and decision-making for many years, and his book has sold millions of copies in over 50 languages.
Peak
What is Peak about?
“Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise” by Anders Ericsson and Robert Pool demonstrates how you can reach new heights through constant effort. The human body and brain are unique and adaptable; you can use this adaptability to master new abilities. This book is about our potential for greatness, shaped by deliberate practice.
Learning How to Learn
What is Learning How to Learn about?
Through teaching effective learning strategies, "Learning How to Learn" will help you master difficult subjects you've been scared to take up. This book for kids and teens offers brain-based techniques to make studying fruitful and fun. It also explores such topics as wandering thoughts, mental ruts, and procrastination.
How to Become a Straight-A Student
What is How to Become a Straight-A Student about?
If you think that straight A's require constant cramming, think again. Cal Newport proves that it's better to study smarter, not harder. He shares his top lifehacks from the best students and offers proven techniques for easy and efficient studying.
How We Learn
What is How We Learn about?
The human brain is a powerful learning machine that can inspire artificial intelligence advancement. The book "How We Learn" explores the basics of learning and the principles behind its efficiency. These insights will help you to enhance your learning at school, university, and in life.
Creative Schools
What is Creative Schools about?
The traditional education system often overlooks students’ individuality, instilling a set of identical skills. By fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we can create schools that are hubs of nurturing personal growth. “Creative Schools” by Ken Robinson and Lou Aronica can help the next generation tackle the challenges of tomorrow with confidence and creativity.
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