# Introduction: What are approaches to learning?

The IB provides the following information about the Approaches to Learning (ATL):

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![The five interrelated approaches to learning (Learning and teaching, p. 27)](https://1826648331-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FpCLh4MpNQ21WXew8AsNQ%2Fuploads%2FBfcomH6pMRC7M6KQ58UB%2FATL%20Categories.png?alt=media\&token=7cc2801c-7d10-4315-9574-043668d060d5)

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To further explore the Approaches to Learning and their connection to 21st Century Skills and Global Competences, you can access the [ATLs in the PYP MiniCourses through MiniPD.](https://courses.minipd.com/courses/atl-pyp-getting-started)