Teach Yourself How to Learn

Dr. McGuire has written an OUTSTANDING book that college students who are willing to work hard will find invaluable. I loved reading the "miracle stories" of students who went from despair because of poor grades to excitement and confidence after their grades improved. These should make other students feel hopeful that if they use these strategies and work hard that they, too, can succeed.This is the only book I know of that includes advice and strategies for problem solving. While I was writing my book, Straight A's Are Not Enough, I spent 6 years doing research on how we learn. What I found most disturbing was that most books I studied never explained how to study. They covered subjects like time management, note taking, reading a book, and good habits like going to class and sitting up front. When it came to study they suggested finding a place with few distractions, having all your materials ready, and even taking study breaks... and then told students to study. But when you tell students to study, they memorize. And, when they memorize, they might do well on a test but very quickly they forget nearly everything. That isn't getting a good education. It was exciting to read a book that clearly explains what students should do when they study. What I really loved was her description of study as the focused, joyful work of deep learning. I agree with the comment "I wish I'd had this book when I was a student. "

Great book and teaches you a lot!

Appreciative that a well noted scholar took the time to educate others on how to study. I for one am glad she found it a worthwhile effort.

This book had some good ideas and suggestions, but is written in the tone of a self-help book. Therefore it lacks the nuance which I think is required as it addresses a complex subject. I don't doubt that the prescriptions that it offers work, but its focus only on success stories gives one the impression that the strategies are easy to use, and will result in instant and extremely positive results. Life doesn't work that way, from my experience. Changing old habits takes time and effort, and the promise of instant results marketed by the author may result in some readers not understanding the incremental nature of truly changing ones habits. Each of us must go about that process in an individual manner. It is worth reading, with the caveat that you should not be too hard on yourself, as you incorporate the strategies into your learning, and find the ones that work for you.

Great book for anyone willing to change their mindset and really start to learn instead of memorizing for the short term.I still have to keep track to see the results, but the book shows valuable techniques you can use to learn anything.The book is indeed focused on students and has many references for the college environment, but for sure the techniques can be used in any field of learning.

Wow! This book is such an uplifting read!Dr. McGuire reached over 35 strategies and tips to ace any class. So many useful tips and positively motivating encouragement is in this book! I can not wait to go back to school to implement these tips! She really unlocks how to learn and gives you the tools!! I noticed so many of my best teachers used most of these resources, but now I feel so inspired and empowered after inhaling this book in a couple hours! Don’t wait and read this today!

This book "Teach Yourself How to Learn" IS CHANGING MY LIFE!!! I am 50 and in college and wish I would have had these strategies a LONG time ago. I plan to recommend this book to anyone who will listen. Also - I realized I have had a fixed mindset (mentioned in the book) - I woke up early and happy for the first time - maybe ever?? - with a growth mindset! This is required reading this summer for my 2 high school kids. Thank you! GET THIS BOOK - NOW!!! And order extras, you'll want to share them with friends! This is a quick - BUT SO POWERFUL READ!!!!

I thought I was purchasing a new book. Instead, I received a copy with scratches on front cover and some stains(coffee?) on pages. Very disappointed. I wouldn’t have paid $21.60 for a used copy if I had known!