SNR #188: Barbara Oakley, PhD - How to Learn, Study & Get Better With Science
Sigma Nutrition Radio · Danny Lennon
July 20, 201748m 28s
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Show Notes
Barbara Oakley is a Professor of Engineering at Oakland University. She is involved in multiple areas of research, ranging from STEM education, to Engineering education, to learning practices.
Most recently, Professor Oakley has co-created and taught Learning How To Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects, the world's most popular online course. She also has written a number of books, including: 'A Mind For Numbers' and 'Mindshift'.
In This Episode We Discuss:- Focused mode vs. diffuse mode for thinking, problem solving and working
- Environments for productive learning: distractions, timelines and procrastination
- "Neural chunking" and creating patterns for developing skills
- Preventing regression of knowledge and skill acquisition
- Advice for improving scientific literacy/proficiency and confidence in reading/understanding science
- How to soak up (and retain) more information from podcasts