S5E3: Outsmart Your Brain - Expert Tips for Learning with Dr. Daniel Willingham

Kate Winn is joined by cognitive psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Daniel Willingham to discuss Outsmart Your Brain and the science of learning. From reading comprehension and background knowledge to note-taking, studying, procrastination, sleep, test anxiety, and focus, this episode is packed with practical tips for educators, parents, students, and lifelong learners.

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Resources Mentioned in This Episode

Minnow (Graphic Novel) by Willie Poll, illustrated by Emily Graceanna Pearson

Outsmart Your Brain: Why Learning Is Hard and How You Can Make It Easy by Dr. Daniel Willingham

Why Don’t Students Like School? by Dr. Daniel Willingham

Articles Referenced: “The Usefulness of Brief Instruction in Reading Comprehension Strategies” by Dr. Daniel Willingham

Dr. Willingham’s website, www.danielwillingham.com, where articles, videos, blog posts, and many copyright-owned resources are freely available