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Ep. 46: Which Learning Strategies Do & Don't Work With Expert Dr. Daniel T. Willingham
In this episode we're joined by Daniel T. Willingham, a professor of psychology from the University of Virginia.
Dr. Daniel T. Willingham earned his Ph.D in cognitive psychology from Harvard, and he spent about 8 years focusing on the brain basis of learning and memory. Today, his research is focused on the cognitive psychology behind K-16 education.
We talk about cognitive psychology, techniques that work, techniques that don't, and some of the challenges facing the outdated education system in most countries. There are a ton of take-homes in this episode, and it is applicable not just to kids or teens or parents, but also to anyone who wants to learn more effectively, at any age.
Published on 10 years ago