How to Learn Effectively and Remember Information

Learning how to learn is a crucial aspect that is often overlooked in education. In his book, 'What Smart Students Know,' the author emphasizes the importance of teaching students effective learning techniques. He highlights the lack of guidance on learning strategies in schools and provides practical tips such as creating visuals, patterns, stories, or rhymes to aid memory. The author breaks down a geology textbook page to exemplify the process of truly understanding and retaining information. Learning becomes not just about memorizing, but comprehending the meaning behind the facts.