Explore the science behind how people learn

How can we create better learning experiences for people? Courses in learning explore the science, technology and design behind how people gain knowledge and skills in classrooms, workspaces and the digital world. Explore how people learn and develop across the course of their lives, including how organizations can design impactful training, professional development or workplace learning offerings. Whether you are interested in teaching, research, or simply curious about how people think and grow, these courses can help you apply evidence-based principles to how people learn.  

Add an extra dimension to your Georgia Tech degree 

The College’s first credit-bearing academic credential, the Minor in Learning, gives students a foundation in how people learn and how effective learning environments are designed. Created in partnership with the School of Psychological and Brain Sciences, the minor blends learning science with applied design and equips learners with the skills to create impact in numerous fields.  

The Minor in Learning helps students understand how people think, grow, and learn over the lifespan, as well as how to leverage those insights into meaningful educational experiences in classrooms, workplaces, and communities. Students explore the principles behind effective learning and development, including how people build skills, adapt to changes, and learn throughout the course of their careers. The minor in learning provides a foundation for students interested in education, research, workplace development or roles that involve helping people and organizations grow, learn, and succeed.