3 Steps to Learning Anything New

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The three-step learning model is a simple yet powerful framework for learning anything new. Read, research and teach the learnings to an uninitiated group of people. Assess and iterate on how you filled in the gaps from Step 1. Share what you've learned with your friends or family over social media.

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The Learning Pyramid indicates that teaching is a much more effective driver of retention than reading or lecture. The goal should be to move rapidly to teaching in order to cement new learning.
Richard Feynman developed a learning framework grounded in teaching and iteration that was highly effective for him during his illustrious academic career.
The Three-Step Learning Model: (1) Read & Research to build a base, (2) Teach to cement learnings and highlight knowledge gaps, and (3) Assess & Iterate to fill the gaps.