MetaLearn Podcast

In this episode we discuss the major learning problems people face, which can be broken down into 5 main areas: 1) Not getting started 2) Not getting momentum 3) Burning out and giving up 4) Plateauing and losing interest 5) Integrating skills into your life So whether you're looking to get over the first hurdle of getting started or just want to comfortably integrate a new skill you’ve learned into your life, this episode has you covered.

Gabriel Wyner is an author, ex opera singer and the founder of the Fluent Forever language learning method. In this conversation, we discuss: - The three pillars of the Fluent Forever language learning system - The process Gabe uses to maintain the languages he speaks - How learning languages can help you gain a better understanding of yourself So whether you’re looking to pick up a new language or dive into an immersion this episode will give you all that and more.

Virtual reality has the potential to change learning and education immeasurably and so it’s important that we engage critically with the technology. In this episode we discuss: - The current state of VR in learning and where it’s likely to go - The disadvantages of VR that we need to guard against - The potential benefits of using VR to learn motor skills So whether you're looking to understand more about VR or prepare yourself for what’s to come this episode will give you all you need and more.

Jo Cruse is the CEO of The Unreasonables, which delivers leadership programmes to the UK”s top schools. In this conversation we discuss: - The most important skills young people need to develop in the 21st century - The lessons Jo learned about entrepreneurship on her travels - The tradeoff between social impact and the bottom line in business So whether you’re looking to arm yourself for the 21st century or build a business with a social impact, this episode will give you all that and more.

Explore the tradeoff between quantity and quality of practice, reflect on progress for accurate calibration, and build learning habits for automatic practice. Learn about deliberate practice, the importance of breaking down skills, neuroplasticity, growth mindset, improving practice quality through quantity, and the power of reflection.

Robert Twigger is a bestselling author who has written books on everything from accelerated learning to studying martial arts. In this conversation we discuss: - The process of using micromastery to learn new skills quickly and enjoyably - The difference between the Eastern and Western philosophies of learning - How to learn about yourself and the world through travel and adventure So whether you’re looking to pick up new skills or start new adventures, this episode will give you all that and more.

Learn how to choose the right expert for guidance and feedback. Explore the pros and cons of learning from experts and the balance between self-directed learning and teacher guidance. Understand the different types of experts and how to filter them. Discover strategies from language learning experts and the value of understanding success principles.

Julian Baggini is a philosopher and author who has written almost twenty philosophical books for a general audience. In this conversation we discuss: - How to become more aware of your own thinking in the different areas of life - Julian’s discussion of the question “What’s the point of school?” - How to develop reasoning and critical thinking skills to make better decisions So whether you’re looking to make better decisions or understand your own thinking this episode will give you all that and more.

We’ve all probably had glimpses of great teamwork in our own lives, where every one’s strengths complement each other and compensate for individual weaknesses, but these are often fleeting and temporary. But examples of these learning experiences are few and far between in most schools and universities and in the organisations that many work in after finishing their education. Collaborative learning skills must be continuously refined and practiced, not just things that people write about on their CVs and talk about in job interviews – because they can have a massive impact. In this short episode, I'm joined by Will Reynolds - writer, videographer and all around MetaLearner. We discuss a range of topics including: - The benefits of collaboration in learning and how to use it effectively - The difference between dialogue and discussion and how to use both - How to find a balance between competition and effective teamwork within groups So whether you're looking to use collaborative learning to pick up a new skill or just want to work better in teams, this episode will give you everything you need and more.

Ulrich Boser, bestselling author and senior fellow at the Centre for American Progress, discusses MetaLearning principles, applying learning science to basketball, and the importance of trust in education. Topics include feedback in learning, evaluating online information, and the effectiveness of online learning. They also touch on credibility issues in alternative education and the importance of active learning strategies.