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“How to Be a Lifelong Learner” By Kira M. Newman

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“How to Be a Lifelong Learner”

“How to be a Lifelong Learner” By Kira M. Newman

In this article “How to be a Lifelong Learner”, talks about the instructor Barbara Oakley

and her new book, Mindshift: Break Through Obstacles. Barbara is a professor of engineering at

Oakland University, after many different jobs in between. Her book aims to help readers

discover their hidden potential, by offering them both the tools and the inspiration to transform

themselves through learning. There are many benefits to learning, you must focus, practice

efficiently and exercise.

Focusing has a great deal on learning. The author Oakley states, “In order to absorb

information, our brains need periods of intense focus followed by periods of mind wandering,

or” diffuse attention” (as cited in Newman, 2017). Learners will actually retain more if they

incorporate time for rest and relaxation. Quiet promotes deeper focus, while minor distractions,

or background noise can make it harder. It is better to diffuse attention so we can have a creative

insight to focus.

Practicing efficiently when it comes to learning helps. Newman, (2017), stated,

“learning in “chunks”-bite sized bits of information or skills, such as a passage in a song, one

karate move or the code for a particular technical command”. It also helps to practice in a variety

of ways, at a variety of times. Practicing on a regular basis frees up space in our conscious minds

and working memory, so we can continue to build knowledge. Knowledge is power. Repeated

practice is crucial while our brains restore at night.

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“How to Be a Lifelong Learner” 1 “How to Be a Lifelong Learner” By Kira M. Newman Name? College? Date? “How to Be a Lifelong Learner” 2 “How to be a Lifelong Learner” By Kira M. Newman In this article “How to be a Lifelong Learner”, talks about the instructor Barbara Oakley and her new book, Mindshift: Break Through Obstacles. Barbara is a professor of engineering at Oakland University, after many different jobs in between. Her book aims to help readers discover their hidden potential, by offering them both the tools and the inspiration to transform themselves through learning. There are many benefits to learning, you must focus, practice efficiently and exercise. Focusing has a great deal on learning. The author Oakley states, “In order to absorb information, our brains need periods of intense focus followed by periods of mind wandering, or” diffuse attention” (as cited in Newman, 2017). Learners will actually retain more if they incorporate time for rest and relaxation. Quiet promotes deeper focus, while minor distractions, or background noise can make it harder. It is better to diffuse attention so we can have a creative insight to focus. Practici ...
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