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Scott H Young Podcast

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May 7, 2024 • 4min

(Ep 298) - My New Book "Get Better At Anything" is now available!

Scott H Young, author of 'Get Better At Anything', discusses the science of skill acquisition and learning. He breaks down the learning process into three key ingredients and 12 maxims, offering insights through case studies and examples.
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Apr 30, 2024 • 3min

(Ep 297) - Get Better At Anything Comes Out Next Week!

Upcoming release of 'Get Better at Anything, 12 Maxims for Mastery': Explore the science of learning and 12 essential principles for improvement. Pre-order bonuses include a self-improvement course and e-books, stressing benefits of ordering early.
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Apr 25, 2024 • 8min

(Ep 296) - How to learn vocabulary in a new language

Scott H Young, an expert in language learning techniques, explores the significance of vocabulary over grammar in learning a second language. He discusses the importance of word families, challenges in vocabulary acquisition, and strategies like contextual learning, learning confusing words separately, and using graded readers for implicit learning.
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Apr 18, 2024 • 7min

(Ep 295) - 5 Keys to Get the Most out of the Feynman Technique

Guest Scott H Young, expert on learning and productivity, discusses the effectiveness of the Feynman technique in enhancing understanding. He shares tips on self-explanations, tackling specific problems, and using the technique for deepening knowledge.
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Apr 11, 2024 • 5min

(Ep 294) - The infinite library problem

Author and entrepreneur Scott H Young discusses effective learning strategies, such as starting with textbooks, using specific projects to overcome obstacles, following recommendations, and allocating time for exploring new topics.
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Apr 4, 2024 • 8min

(Ep 293) - The Science of Learning Physics

Scott H Young, an expert in learning and author of 'Ultralearning', explores the importance of conceptual reasoning in physics, distinguishing expert and novice approaches, and discussing effective teaching strategies. Topics include active learning strategies, controversies in educational theories, and methods to enhance physics education.
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Mar 27, 2024 • 6min

(Ep 292) - Does Everyone Learn at the Same Rate? An Intriguing Experiment

Scott H Young, an expert in learning and personal development, delves into the impact of prior knowledge on learning outcomes and explores how differences in learning rates can influence knowledge accumulation. He discusses the heritability of academic ability and showcases that despite differences in initial knowledge, students improve at similar rates.
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Mar 20, 2024 • 5min

(Ep 291) - My New Book: Get Better at Anything (Special Offer for Preorders)

Discover the fascinating science of learning through 12 Maxims for Mastery in the upcoming book. Learn about the research, insights, and special pre-order offer for early supporters.
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Mar 14, 2024 • 8min

(Ep 290) - The 6 Causes of Burnout (and How to Avoid It)

Exploring the 6 causes of burnout in the workplace including workload, control, reward, community, fairness, and values. Advocating for systemic solutions to combat toxic work environments and promote employee well-being. Providing strategies for managing burnout like taking breaks and acquiring coping skills.
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Mar 5, 2024 • 5min

(Ep 289) - The paradox of productivity

Delving into the paradox of productivity, the podcast explores a new approach focusing on quality work and happiness over busyness. It challenges conventional ideas of productivity, using John McPhee's creative work as an example.

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