Hey! 👋
This week I want to talk about project-based learning:
- Real-world application with tangible outcomes
- Motivation will be high because you want to learn
- Long-term retention happens because you experience it
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The reason is because the learning most of us grew up with it outdated. But once you understand project-based learning, then growing and acquiring new skills will become second nature.
Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel.
— Socrates
Let’s dive in!
In order to make learning way more fun, you first need to make sure you don’t make a few of the most common mistakes:
- Not having clear goals
- Progressing too quickly
- Focusing on the outcome
The reason people make these mistakes is because they were never taught how to do it correctly. And as a result, they keep themselves stuck making a little progress, losing interest, and moving on to something else.
Here’s how to fix it:
Step 1) Identify the problem or question
The very first step to true learning is having a goal.
Defining the problem gives you direction.
Most people don’t have purposeful goals and abandon projects.
Instead, be genuinely interested in the problem or question.
For example, I’m wondering how to give the best massage.
Have a general direction and adjust as you go.
Step 2) Schedule time blocks for exploring
Time is precious and in short supply.
The next step to true learning is putting it on the calendar.
Life finds a way of using up all of your time.
Most people overestimate the amount of work they can get done.
Instead, block off 20 minutes a day to focus on your problem.
For example, I like to schedule a morning block.
If something’s important, we schedule it.
Step 3) Develop a prototype and test solutions
And finally, the last step to true learning is finding an answer.
Humans are designed to solve problems.
Most people don’t think they’re capable of learning efficiently.
Instead, know that you’re way more powerful than you think.
For example, I knew nothing about massage, but now I can give a great one.
Test and iterate often.
That’s it!
As always, thanks for reading.
Hit reply and let me know what you found most helpful this week—I’d love to hear from you!
See you next week,
Jake