learning

The active and dynamic process of acquiring skills and understandings which are needed for survival and well-being. At the individual level, learning improves the quality of life of the participant. At a broader social level, it has the potential to transform cultures, societies, politics and the world we live in. The most profound period of learning takes place in childhood where accelerated development of the brain takes place (researchers estimate that around 16 billion synaptic receptors per second are developing in the brains of children between 12 - 18 months of age). Tragically, the damaging effects of childhood trauma, stress, neglect and exposure to drugs and alcohol in the uterus are affecting the physical development of an alarming number of children. This has frightening implications, not only for the life prospects and outcomes of individuals but also for society as a whole. Learning is a cornerstone for participation in life at every level. It is what makes humans the most powerful and influential species on the planet. It is vital that lifelong learning be nurtured, respected and participated in by all.

Learning is as natural as breathing and is equally essential.

by livitup January 24, 2012

Deep learning

When you peg someone with a strap on in a way that is deeply uncomfortable but for some reason you think if you keep doing it you might learn to like it. Everyone else has been “deep learning” and has said how much better it is than “regular learning”, however later on you discover that nobody was doing regular learning properly either and were instead just using rusty nails...

Alexis was deep learning John until he had hemorrhoids so bad he couldn't sit down

by Ilovedeeplearning April 2, 2019

learning to fly

When you fart in bed and flap the blanket repeatedly like a bird's wing in order to waft the smell away.

"Did you fart?"

"No, I'm learning to fly."

by Leroy's Mama June 28, 2005

Learnings

Failed attempts masked as valuable learning experience, oftentimes made by overpaid consultants and strategists.

Yes, we spent $500k on this pilot that didn’t produce any measurable results, but we have captured many learnings that will propel our next project forward.

by pantlesschicken February 1, 2019

learning swerve

learn·ing swerve
noun
noun: learning swerve; plural noun: learning swerves

the unpredictable and inconsistent rate of a person's progress, or lack thereof, in gaining experience or new skills.

"Nancy experienced a severe learning swerve when attempting to use the new version of her phone's OS."

by Wisani November 30, 2014

learning boner

A random erection that occurs during a lesson, studying etc.

While studying for the exam I got a raging learning boner. Guess I'm just that into comparative literature.

by stinky3 October 15, 2015

Cooperative Learning

A cheating organization, to better student's grade by uploading homework assignments.

Guy1: Hey guys I use cooperative learning
Guy2: HOLD, ON!!! that cheating organization thats morally unethical
Guy1: Psh i don't care.
Guy2: Okay I would love to use it.

by Codeman7865 November 16, 2009