Open Educational Resources:
http://www.infodev.org/en/Publication.337.html
https://www.edx.org/course-list/allschools/allsubjects/allcourses
Nice article about learning impediments and their treatments
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The sky is not the limit—your mind is. Conquer your mind to realize your potential.
The antidote to this problem is to: 1) have a growth mind-set, 2) aim for mastery, and 3) use intrinsic motivation.
Knowledge will not give a part of itself until you give to it all of yourself.:
1) ask questions, 2) study more actively, and 3) make efforts to enjoy the subject.
“Until we can manage time, we can manage nothing else.”—Peter F. Drucker
The antidote to this problem is to 1) form good habits, 2) learn mindfulness and the art of focusing, and 3) practice prioritization and discipline.
Err unabashedly and learn—like a child does.
The antidote to this problem is to 1) embrace failure and mistakes, 2) value effort over intelligence, and 3) value the process and not external rewards.
No one can do it for you, but you can't do it alone.
The antidote to this problem is to 1) dream big and have ideals, 2) have a mentor and seek feedback, and 3) teach.
Encourage learning polygamy.
The antidote to this problem is to 1) avoid the illusions of learning, 2) seek diverse knowledge sources, and 3) adopt diversity in study techniques.
Don't be an “A-grade sheep.”
The antidote to this problem is to 1) develop metacognitive skills, 2) learn critical thinking, and 3) become a lifelong learner.
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