How I learned how to learn

What up, Data Nerds! I recently took a course on "Learning How to Learn" and I wanted to share the tactics I use to learn skills for my job as a data analyst along with insights from the course.

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00:00 Intro
01:29 Focused vs diffuse thinking
02:06 Focused thinking
02:39 Process not product
03:59 Spaced repetition
04:53 Recall
06:05 Interleaving
06:52 Diffuse thinking
07:45 Exercise
09:00 Activity
10:27 Sleep
11:20 Coursera: Learning how to learn

#datanerd #dataanalyst #datascience

[LukeBarousse]

Data Nerds! What's your favorite method for learning?

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Three things for me that really helps with learning is:
1) I revisit core concepts sometimes and I will end up seeing things, I missed the first time I learned them.
2) For repetition, I prefer to review the things I am learning from a second reliable source. This helps keep things fresh and makes understand rather than memorize.
3) I will daydream about the topic and try to fit it into my web of knowledge. Try to find the connections to things i already know.

[foodathomeph]

Repetition is the key. I totally agree. During high school, I tend to memorize things a day before the exam but was unable to retain most of them. In college, I read thru my notes and repeat them in my head as you would in a rehearsal. I try not to memorize rather understand it based on my notes and repeat them without looking in my own words. Now I know I am not the only one. hahahahahaha! Thanks, Luke! this affirms my old method is right. And I agree, employers do not have the luxury of time to wait for you to recall or read your notes again. that is my struggle at the moment. I have a full-time job that is not related to data analytics. As you said, I need to spend a few hours a day self-study and rehearse.

[souelyoung]

You literally are my virtual Data Analytics professor ! I love it and I love your " Data/Technical growth content" ! Keep up the great work !

[itsmeclaire]

Be consistent, that’s what works for me, write things down always especially the important informations.

[SeattleDataGuy]

I am just in love with the shots of the computer

[Nardo]

I love your approach! I Like to Read in the morning, work, and study during down time. After work I hit the gym then eat and study for another hour and relax before bed. Great video keep it up!

[lilzach]

Vet to Vet you are a role model...we appreciate you so much brotha!

[unslimshady]

This video is GOLD. Thank you so much dude!

[SaleemRanaAuthor]

My favorite part was how you integrated study and exercise. I found out about the benefits of this by accident a few weeks ago when I noticed that my ability to study and focus had improved when I took workout breaks. It never occurred to me that it was a learning technique until you explained it here. However, I didn't realize reading before sleeping was so beneficial for you. That's something I'm eager to try.

[Karilynn]

Luke, I never comment on YouTube videos but I feel I have to support you because you rock! After you said in this video that you received disheartening negative feedback about the way you interweave exercise and activity during your workday, I couldn't believe it! When I watched that video you were referring to, my immediate reaction as a DPT (and also a veteran) trying to transition into data analytics/health informatics was that you are doing life right! I definitely think that lower and middle class people (this includes me) have been "brainwashed" into thinking we must, and it's best, to diligently apply 8 sequential hours of our day to work/our job. But sir, you are doing life right! I love your content and your authenticity. Thank you and keep enjoying life because it shows!

[xhappybunnyx]

Took this class as a prerequesite for Launch School and LOVED it!! I wish 'diffuse brain' was common knowledge because it plays a huge part in how I think and discuss with people, but I always have to pause and elaborate

[johnflood]

Hey Luke, I really liked this video on learning. I am currently enrolled in the Coursera Learning How To Learn course. So it was particularly interesting to listen to your strategies. I face a steep uphill climb to master data analytics and data science. But I'm 100 percent fuelled by the incredibly interesting depth and breadth of the disciplines required to master data. Plus, folks like you and Ken Gee give me additional approaches to staying on my game. Thanks so much Luke!

[Thuvu]

Wow it's an amazing video, Luke! I haven't finished watching but had to drop a comment right now that the paddle and biking shots are so beautiful 🤩, and I've learned a lot about learning as well! Love this type of video, very well done! 👍 PS: I used to read technical books before bed as well but recently I've found it too heavy for my already tired brain, so had to switch to fiction or some light non-fiction books to fall asleep.

[rosebarrett]

I adored the 'Learning how to learn' course, I completed it a few years back & Barbara is one of the most inspiring educators out there. I've recently learned more about her background and her approach, it's just awesome. I have recommended this course to so many people, it's awesome to see you do a piece on it. And I recently listened to the book 'Ultra learning' by Scott Young, which I found a nice revisit of some stuff I'd come across before, with some interesting new info too.

I'm surprised there was such push back on you including activities throughout your day, I have the sense that people might not understand enough about burnout or diminishing returns. But also, why are we working? Surely being able to include activities we enjoy in our days, which also reinforces our ability to do great work and learn is a good thing?!

More great content! Thanks yet again. I'll be looking forward to a paddling session next week and I know it will support my ability to study and be a better learner.

[Dangericayou]

You inspire me so much in wanting to become a data scientist. I just began this journey and I am watching your videos every day. Please keep making these videos as they help a lot! Thank you for everything!

[montyjones]

Incredible video. I'm trying to transition from a job I hate to data analysis. I didn't even know what a data analyst was a few weeks ago, but I'm excited about the future. Take care man

[davidmiller-tdsl]

Great video! I wish I knew this back in power school! Nap breaks sound great 😴

[BOHSolutions]

Hi Luke, I just want to say I'm a huge fan of your videos. Aside from the obvious expertise you have in the data analytics field, you are an incredible communicator and teacher. Thank you for being in my "upskilling curriculum videos" rotation on YouTube.

[ricciwilliamsjr]

I'm def taking the learning how to learn course now and going to take it as seriously as possible to help me understand how to learn what I want to faster.