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, Peter C. Brown, Henry L. Roediger III, and Mark A. McDaniel: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career, Scott H. Young"Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning" by Peter C. Brown, Henry L. Roediger III, and Mark A. McDanielThis book challenges conventional study practices and presents research-backed strategies for more effective learning, such as retrieval practice, spaced repetition, and elaboration."How We Learn: The Surprising Truth About When, Where, and Why It Happens" by Benedict CareyCarey explores the science behind various learning processes and debunks common myths, offering practical advice on how to harness the brain's natural processes to learn better and retain more."Mindshift: Break Through Obstacles to Learning and Discover Your Hidden Potential" by Barbara OakleyA follow-up to "A Mind for Numbers," this book explores how we can change our mindset to overcome learning challenges and unlock new learning potentials, with a focus on career change and lifelong learning."A Mind for Numbers: How to Excel at Math and Science (Even If You Flunked Algebra)" by Barbara OakleyWhile focused on math and science, the learning techniques discussed in this book are universally applicable. Oakley, an engineering professor, shares strategies for overcoming learning obstacles and enhancing comprehension."The Art of Changing the Brain: Enriching the Practice of Teaching by Exploring the Biology of Learning" by James E. ZullThis book bridges the gap between neuroscience and education, offering insights into how understanding the brain's biology can inform teaching practices to better facilitate learning."Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise" by Anders Ericsson and Robert PoolBased on Ericsson's pioneering research on deliberate practice, this book offers insights into how anyone can achieve expertise through specific, purposeful practice."Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career" by Scott H. YoungYoung presents a strategy for aggressive, self-directed learning that can help individuals master new skills, improve their careers, and achieve their goals faster."The Talent Code: Greatness Isn't Born. It's Grown. Here's How." by Daniel CoyleCoyle explores talent hotbeds around the world to uncover how deliberate practice, motivation, and coaching contribute to the development of skill and excellence."Why Don't Students Like School?: A Cognitive Scientist Answers Questions About How the Mind Works and What It Means for the Classroom" by Daniel T. WillinghamWillingham addresses common education questions through the lens of cognitive science, offering insights into how students think and learn, and what teachers can do to improve the educational experience."Visible Learning and the Science of How We Learn" by John Hattie and Gregory C.R. YatesThis book synthesizes research in learning and educational effectiveness, offering practical guidance on how to apply the principles of visible learning and cognitive science in the classroom.
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