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TED, 2007
Sir Ken Robinson makes an entertaining and profoundly moving case for creating an education system that nurtures (rather than undermines) creativity.
The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes (or l...
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Psychologist Barry Schwartz takes aim at a central tenet of western societies: freedom of choice. In Schwartz's estimation, choice has mad...
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In this episode, I discuss science-supported protocols to optimize your depth and rate of learning of material and skills. I explain the neurobiology of learning and neuroplasticity and how correctly timed, self-directed test-taking can be leveraged to improve learning and prevent forgetting. I discuss the study habits of the most successful le...
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If you spend hours and hours of studying, without improving your grades, or information retention, then learn how to study smart by Marty Lobdell. Lobdell ta...
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What many of us long for more than anything else is a simpler life; we feel overwhelmed by our responsibilities, schedules, commitments and obligations. This...
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How do creative people come up with great ideas? Organizational psychologist Adam Grant studies "originals": thinkers who dream up new ideas and take action ...
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TED, 2009
"Eat, Pray, Love" author Elizabeth Gilbert muses on the impossible things we expect from artists and geniuses -- and shares the radical idea that, instead of the rare person "being" a genius, all of us "have" a genius. It's a funny, personal and surprisingly moving talk.
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You probably don't have a problem playing video games or browsing social media on your phone. In fact I have no doubt you could sit in front of a screen and ...
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A collection of articles and videos about Learning How to Learn - Memorization and Forgetting.
A collection of resources about memory, focusing on the processes of memorization and forgetting in the context of learning. This compilation explores key concepts in cognitive psychology, including the mechanisms of memory formation, retention st...
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A collection of resources about the Chunking Technique for Learning New Skills. This compilation offers an in-depth exploration of the chunking method, a cognitive strategy designed to enhance memory retention and facilitate skill acquisition. The resources cover key themes such as the psychological principles behind chunking, practical applicat...
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A collection of resources about Andrej Karpathy, a prominent figure in the fields of artificial intelligence and deep learning. This compilation explores his contributions to neural networks, computer vision, and natural language processing, highlighting his influential work at organizations such as OpenAI and Tesla. Key themes include Karpathy'...
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A sneak peek in the (various possible) future(s) of education.
A collection of resources about re-thinking the future of education, this compilation explores innovative approaches and strategies for transforming traditional learning environments. It delves into key themes such as the integration of technology in classrooms, personalized le...
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The science and skill to quickly and effectively learn (anything)
A collection of resources about Learning How to Learn, this compilation offers a comprehensive exploration of effective study techniques and cognitive strategies essential for mastering new material. The resources delve into themes such as metacognition, memory retention, and m...
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course, with a ton of modules (chunks) related to theme: Parenting: How to Raise a Creative Child
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What will work be like in the future? More fair? More just? More interesting? Will all jobs be done by AI and automation (robots)? In this course, we will look at the future of work, looking at social, technological, economic and other issues...
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How to get the most out of life? Tips, suggestions, and life-hacks
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a collection of our favorite Travel Destinations and Festivals
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