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In this episode, I talk with Scott Young on how to master learning. We talk about his new book Get Better at Anything. We talk about important topics in learning such as the role of feedback, the problem of transfer, importance of meta learning, and more.
00:00 Introduction
00:31 Meet Scott Young: The Learning Expert
02:09 About Get Better at Anything (Scott's new book)
06:18 The Emotional Payoff of Learning
08:29 Classifying Skills
15:28 The Role of Identity in Learning
21:59 Directness vs. Building Blocks in Learning
29:20 The Effectiveness of Standardized Testing
32:49 The Transfer of Skills: Chess as a Case Study
41:02 Addressing Criticisms and Beliefs in Meta Learning
42:44 Defining Meta Learning
45:21 Debunking Learning Styles Theory
49:16 The Importance of Meta Learning in Skill Acquisition
50:25 Exploring Personal Learning Projects
59:13 The Role of Feedback
01:11:17 Future Directions in Learning Research
01:20:46 Practical Tips for Your Learning Journey
