— Oasis Discussion Group — Ruth Tyler Vine Library - 8041 Wood St, Midvale, UT 84047
Note the library location changes! This month we'll be in the large main meeting room at the Tyler Library.
Salt Lake Oasis discussion group is like a book club, but focused on short content - such as podcasts, TED Talks, or online articles.
Topic: The Science of Learning
Below are some resources for exploring this topic. Feel free to add ones you find and like in the comments of this event or join our Oasis Network Discord & the Salt Lake City chapter channels to share (Discord Invite). Also, you're welcome to join even if you don't listen to any of the materials, we always have great conversations with diverse opinions!
Discussion materials:
Questions
-In the Book The 5 Elements of Effective Thinking the authors say: ”It is at the interface between what you actually know and what you don't yet know that true learning and growth occur”. How do we “lean in” to things that we don’t know that we don’t know?
-According to Josh Waitzkin, first-rate players understand the importance of depth over breadth... how do you keep with the basics long enough and deep enough to be a true master in an area of expertise?
-How does chunking — turning complexity into internalized simplicity — change the way we perceive expertise in any field?
-Jim Kwik says “All learning is state-dependent” what do you think he meant, and how do you “optimize your state” for learning?
-What are examples in your own life where adversity forced creativity, and how might you intentionally recreate those conditions without waiting for disaster?
- How do you integrate new knowledge without violating your natural disposition? What does “losing your center of gravity” feel like in real life?
-What are your best tips when you are approaching a new topic or hobby or skill?
Links
https://www.ted.com/talks/daniel_levitin_how_to_stay_calm_when_you_know_you_ll_be_stressed
https://www.ted.com/talks/carol_dweck_the_power_of_believing_that_you_can_improve
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Ruth Tyler Library 8041 Wood St, Midvale, UT 84047