The Talent Code by Daniel Coyle explains the learning process in terms of three specific factors that have been distilled through Coyles research. This book follows in the vein of how we decide, where how we decide explained the inner workings of the brain, The Talent Code focuses primarily on learning as a biological and psychological function.
There are three main aspects to learning, one has to do with Myelin, a dielectric material, developed in the brain that wraps neural pathways, essentially speeding up the thought process. The second is something he terms ignition which has to do with inspiration. The third is coaching or being taught. Coyle explains how and why these factors are essential to learning by linking them to his experiences in the slums of Sao Paolo Brazil with the brightest up and coming soccer stars to violinists, tennis players, pilots, teachers and many more.
Unfortunately for those of you who think some people are just born talented, this book will attempt to sway you from that illusion and try to inspire you to work harder in the right ways. This book was extremely enjoyable, I highly recommend it.
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