

#81: Barbara Oakley — Author of “Uncommon Sense Teaching: Practical Insights in Brain Science to Help Students Learn,” Engineer, Professor at Oakland University, and Fmr. Army Captain
Apr 20, 2022
Barbara Oakley, author and professor, reveals that most educational institutions are scams. She discusses the benefits of 'Uncommon Sense Teaching' and game-changing techniques like the Pomodoro technique and retrieval practice. The challenges faced in implementing retrieval practice in education and improving online learning are also explored.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Reasons and Strategies behind 'Uncommon Sense Teaching'
02:23 • 2min
Game-Changing Techniques for Teachers and Students
04:20 • 3min
Resistance and Disbelief Towards Retrieval Practice in Education
07:08 • 3min
Challenges and Improvements in Online Learning
10:02 • 18min