Interesting Articles
Learning
How to Automate Your Learning
An expert shares some best practices to turn your study habits into an efficient routine and improve retention.
Learning Tips from an Expert
Barbara Oakley responds to questions about learning from users on the popular question site 'Quora'.
Want to Be Smarter? Sleep More
Eric Cohen explains some of the science behind sleep and its link to learning.
sTudy habits
Multitasking While Studying
An experiment shows just how strong the effect of frequent multitasking is on a student's memory.
Make it Stick: The Science of Successful Learning
Simple and effective strategies for learning based on congitive psychology and neuroscience.
To Remember a Lecture Better, Take Notes By Hand
Find out why a recent study shows t hat people remember lectures better when they’ve taken handwritten notes, rather than typed ones.
Life
How to Succeed in College (and Life)
Learn how to use the WOOP method to focus on the benefits of reaching your goal to increase motivation, while planning for potential obstacles.
Why Good Students Do "Bad" in College
Geddes discusses methods to transition your high school habits into successful college learning.
Why Phone Notifications are Ruining Your Life
New research finds that simply hearing your phone ring, ding or vibrate can d estroy your focus.
Recommended books
Overview of 'A Mind for Numbers'
The most important tools laid out in Barbara Oakley's hit book are broken down for you here.
Presence is Important
A powerful excerpt from a book by Amy Cuddy explains the power of being present in the moment.
Skills vs. Passion
Cal Newport debunks the myth that following your passion is the best thing you can do when building a career.
