Peak Learning
by Ronald Gross
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Author: Ronald GrossEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1999-04-05
ISBN: 087477957X
Number of pages: 336
Publisher: Tarcher
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Book Review: From the standpoint of a smorgasbord of learning tools & strategies, this book is unsurpassed, even up to today!
Summary: 5 Stars
The first time I encountered the author, Ronald Gross, I was then reading with fascination his two masterpieces: 'The Lifelong Learner: A Guide for Self Improvement' in the late 70's & followed by 'The Independent Scholar's Handbook: How to Turn Your Interest in Any Subject into Expertise' in the mid-80's. In fact, I also remembered that I even had a brief communication via fax with the author. These two books eventually propelled me along the journey of self-directed learning throughout the 80's. They were my field guides.
Then came this wonderful book, 'Peak Learning: How to Create Your Own Life-long Education for Personal Enlightenment & Professional Success' in the early 90's. My copy is the 1991 edition.
Without hesitation, I would like to rank this book with Charles Hayes' two masterpieces, 'Self-University' & 'Proving You're Qualified', which I have reviewed earlier. Together, they are the wisest & most useful books I have ever read on the subject of self-directed learning.
Unlike most books in this genre, which focus on theories or practices in adult learning, this book provides a set of productive tools & strategies for self-directed learning.
My favourite chapter in 'Peak Learning', among a few others, is Chapter XII: The Invisible University: Learning Resources from A to Z. The resources outlined in this particular chapter, together with the website resources at the end of the book (some of which may be outdated today), in fact helped me to expedite & sustain my own learning journey throughout the 90's & early twenties.
From the standpoint of a smorgasbord of learning tools & strategies for self-directed learning, this book is unequalled & unsurpassed, even up to today.
Summary of Peak Learning
Tens of thousands of readers have become lifelong learners with the help of Ronald Gross's bestselling guidebook. Now, Gross uses the latest developments in technology, at-home learning, and cognitive studies to provide an updated and easy-to-follow program that will take lifetime learners into the next century. In this new edition of Peak Learning, discover:
* ten ways computer technology can enliven, speed, and maximize your learning;
* how to get the courses, credit, or degree you want via Cyberspace, TV, video, audio, and other distance-learning tools; and
* how to use work-place learning resources to advance your career and earning potential.
* ten ways computer technology can enliven, speed, and maximize your learning;
* how to get the courses, credit, or degree you want via Cyberspace, TV, video, audio, and other distance-learning tools; and
* how to use work-place learning resources to advance your career and earning potential.
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