Brain Hacks To Facilitate Learning - Part 3

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Oct 05, 2023

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Employ more Brain Hacks to enhance learning (follows Brain Hacks - Part 2).

There are three commonly believed, but untrue, myths about learning:
- You can only learn from your own specific, fixed learning style - Although there might be a style that you prefer, there is no reason to stick to this. Be open and explore different methods to find out which is most effective.
- You can learn while multitasking - Attempting to “multitask” interrupts and disrupts your ability to learn, instead, focus on one task at a time.
- Testing does not facilitate learning - Tests and quizzes improve recall and solidify learning.
Learning together with others promotes engagement, emotional involvement, the release of oxytocin and dopamine, and the formation of new neural pathways, leading to better retention and application of information.
Learning through storytelling enhances the ability to learn and communicate by engaging with the audience, fostering empathy and collaboration, and improving memory and recall.
Implement a "distraction detox" to maintain focus and improve learning.
Getting quality sleep is crucial to optimize your learning ability.

“When it comes to learning, there is no such thing as multitasking, only task switching, which is disruptive to learning.”
"Learning with others involves sharing insights, defending perspectives, gaining clarity, and co-creating meaning. It engages us emotionally and expands learning by combining different strengths and backgrounds of those around you."
"Storytelling bypasses judgment centers, enabling open thinking. It releases oxytocin, fostering empathy and collaboration. Storytelling helps you understand complex concepts and effectively communicate them."
"Distraction detoxes help us maintain longer attention spans and think deeply. This process starts with identifying potential distractions, such as email alerts, texts, and social media. Then, these potential distractions are managed or eliminated, such as silencing alerts or turning off notifications."
“Sleep… is crucial for learning; it allows the brain to rest, repair, and store new information. Seven to nine hours of quality sleep a night is essential for optimal learning.”

Prioritize single-tasking and avoid task switching when trying to focus on learning.
Learn with others by meeting co-workers to discuss topics, forming a group to teach each other, or seeking out a mentor or coach.
Use storytelling to improve your communication skills and help you understand new or complex ideas and concepts.
Identify and manage or eliminate potential distractions, such as email alerts, texts, and social media to increase your attention span and improve focus.
To ensure that you get enough quality sleep, 7-9 hours per day, adjust the room temperature to 18 degrees Celsius and eliminate noise.

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Accenture. (2023, Sep 14). Brain Hacks - Learn with a Friend. [Youtube Video]. Accenture. (Link)

Accenture. (2023, Sep 14). Brain Hacks - Tell a Story to Learn. [Youtube Video]. Accenture. (Link)

Accenture. (2023, Sep 14). Brain Hacks - Manage Distractions. [Youtube Video]. Accenture. (Link)

Accenture. (2023, Sep 14). Brain Hacks - Sleep to Learn. [Youtube Video]. Accenture. (Link)