# Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects

Provider: Deep Teaching Solutions (on Coursera) (https://www.coursera.org/)
Course page: https://www.coursera.org/learn/learning-how-to-learn
EduPeach page: https://getedupeach.com/courses/learning-how-to-learn-coursera/
Page language: en. Language of instruction: English.

## Facts (as shown on the provider page)

- Subject: Study skills and academic writing
- Level: Beginner
- Format: Self-paced
- Price: See provider. 'Free trial' shown; certificate requires purchase; 'Financial aid available'; 'Included with Coursera Plus'
- Duration: 2 weeks at 10 hours a week
- Certificate: Available (see price)
- Prerequisites: 'No prior experience required'
- Instructors: Dr. Barbara Oakley and Dr. Terrence Sejnowski, Deep Teaching Solutions
- Facts checked: 2026-09-27

## In short

A four-module course on learning techniques, taught in English on Coursera with a flexible schedule and 11 assignments. Modules cover how learning works, chunking, procrastination and memory. A shareable certificate is available on the paid track.

## Topics

- What is Learning?
- Chunking
- Procrastination and Memory
- Renaissance Learning and Unlocking Your Potential

## What the provider says (reported, not verified by EduPeach)

- 4,188,342 already enrolled
- 25 languages available

## Things to know before you start

- certificate requires purchase

## EduPeach editorial rating

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## Sources

- Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects | Coursera: https://www.coursera.org/learn/learning-how-to-learn (accessed 2026-09-27; title, instructors, level, duration, language, modules, pricing wording, enrolment count)

## Record

Type: information_card. Status: published. Compiled by EduPeach editorial team. Created 2026-09-27, updated 2026-09-27. Reviewed by: pending.