How We Learn and How to Learn Better

''We learn
10% of what we read
20% of what we hear
30% of what we see
50% of what we see and hear
70% of what we discuss
80% of what we experience
95% of what we teach to others.''

-- William Glasser

William Glasser, a famed Psychiatrist from the United States, said the following regarding our learning experiences.  This is the reason why studying alone doesn't work, and listening to youtube videos doesn't work.  It's not because those things aren't helpful in some aspect (they are, and I encourage you to do those things), but because there are higher levels of learning.  When you take an English class, you see and hear what you're learning.  When you ask questions, your teacher discusses the material with you.  When you practice it, you experience your knew knowledge.  You may not sit down and teach the lesson to your family or friends, but imagine if you had to.  How would you relate it back to your own language?  How would you simplify it?

These are the benefits of attending class.  Seeking out independent practice is absolutely necessary if you want to improve, but the deep learning you need to experience in order to retain information happens in class.

That said, I'm excited to say that I'll be ready to start classes again on Monday, the 23rd of March.

Happy Wednesday and happy studying!