Golden Nuggets Podcast Golden Nuggets #40 w/ Justin Skycak: how Justin learns, new ML course, the magic of Twitter
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Nov 23, 2024 Justin Skycak, an educator and creator of a machine learning course at Math Academy, shares insights on innovative learning strategies. He discusses the design of hands-on coding projects for mastering neural networks and the challenges of project-based learning. Justin emphasizes the transformative potential of social media, especially Twitter, for networking and productivity, while balancing distractions. He also explores the personalized learning possibilities powered by AI technology, including the Socratic tutor approach for enhancing comprehension.
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Project-Based Learning
- Build varied lessons focusing on repetition for foundational skills.
- Design diverse projects to integrate these skills in applied contexts, like coding a neural network in stages.
Learning New Subjects
- Find a well-structured curriculum to minimize learning friction.
- Rely on expert-designed resources instead of self-discovery for known knowledge bases.
Free Learning vs. Curriculum
- Free learning offers curiosity-driven exploration but lacks efficiency.
- Structured curriculums provide efficiency but may stifle curiosity, presenting a fundamental tension.