Is there a more thoughtful way to learn?

There is a lot to learn and not enough time!

Is there a more thoughtful way to learn? And, more importantly, is there a better way to remember, retain and recall what you have learned?

For instance, many learners and researchers have discovered that taking a quiz before studying the subject matter can improve subsequent learning.

The key is to invent ways to engage with the content you are trying to learn. For that, you may want to create your exams, quizzes, or problem sets.

You may try to teach the concepts to someone else. Also, relate the content to your own experiences to develop a mnemonic.

When reading, make diagrams rather than underlining or highlighting content.

Change your routine—study in a different place, location, or environment---including some tolerable distractions.

Study while cooking or doing the laundry. Brief distractions from the subject can help--including going for a walk.

Of course, let's not forget that concentration, focus, and repetition also play a role in learning many subjects.

Finally, sleep well and try to find meaning in what you are studying.

Make everything relevant to the topic and your life activities and fun. In a recent paper (posted on LinkedIn), I discussed how machine learning could assist human learning.

What do you think? What has been your experience learning more efficiently?
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