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Course of Study - General Poker

COURSE DESCRIPTION:This Course of Study is similar to a "Degree Plan" in that it charts a complete study outline for General Poker knowledge and skills designed to take you from the absolute novice level to a proficiency level that will enable you to hold your own in both live and online professional poker environments. How well you do depends on your natural skill and the amount of effort you put into the resources offered.

  • Prerequisites: None
  • Time Required: Agressive Student = 3 months / Typical Student = 6 months
  • Course Goal: To become proficient in all aspects of General Poker play

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INSTRUCTIONS: Click the red "STEP" titles below to toggle and hide/reveal the requirements for that particular section/level. We highly recommend that you follow the order in which resources are listed. Links will open in new browser windows. Simply close the new window(s) when you're done to return to this page.

 
STEP ONE: TUTORIALS
The following are generic tutorials designed to familiarize you with the Poker Pages FREE School site, forums, and software, as well as introduce you to the basics of poker.

IMPORTANT: You should be familiar with ALL tutorials below before proceeding with this or any course! However, be aware that all courses of study share the same tutorials. So, if you've already completed the tutorials and don't need a refresher, you can skip this section.
# Title Type Author
1 Getting Started at PPFS (General) Video ALSpath
2 New Member Guide Page PPFS
3 How to use the forums Forum PPFS
4 New Member's Forum (Participation) Forum PPFS
5 How to use Ventrilo voice conferencing software Forum PPFS
6 Beginner Questions Forum Forum PPFS
7 Poker Overview 01: Introduction Tutorial PPFS
8 Poker Overview 02: Poker Defined Tutorial PPFS
9 Poker Overview 03: Origins of Poker Tutorial PPFS
10 Poker Overview 04: Cards, Chips and Other Basics Tutorial PPFS
11 Poker Overview 05: Ranking of Hands Tutorial PPFS
12 Poker Overview 06: Odds and Probabilities Tutorial PPFS
13 Poker Overview 07: The Science of Poker Tutorial PPFS
14 Poker Overview 08: Player Types Tutorial PPFS
15 Poker Overview 09: Places to Play Tutorial PPFS
16 Poker Overview 10: Etiquette Tutorial PPFS
17

Introduce Yourself in Your Personal Blog
If you haven't done so already, now is a good time to introduce yourself in your blog. Communication with your fellow PPFS members is an invaluable aid in learning.

 Blog PPFS
18

Review what Forums are Available
If you haven't done so already, review all the forums available at PPFS. There's a wealth of information available, and lots of lively communication.

 Forums PPFS
19

Forum: "View posts since last visit"
Look for the new posts link in the top right corner of the forums to read the latest posts.

 Forums PPFS
20

Get to know the PPFS Promotions (IMPORTANT)
Promotions are the backbone of the competitive spirit at PPFS. The better you know the promotions, the better your chances at building your bankroll through lively tournament play.

 Promos PPFS
21

Discuss PPFS Promotions with Members (IMPORTANT)
Just as important as the PPFS Promotions link above, go to the Promotions section in the forums (about halfway down the list) and read through previous posts or join in on the discussions for valuable feedback from your fellow members.

 Promos PPFS
 
STEP TWO: COURSE STARTUP
The following items will help prepare you specifically for taking the No Limit Hold'em Course of Study as well as introduce you to your fellow study mates.
# Title Type Author
1

Observe Various Play in the Cardroom Software
If you haven't done so already, launch the cardroom software and observe various games. Become more familiar with the software, style of play, and etiquette. Note the differences between the different games available.

 Prep PPFS
2

Meet Your Classmates
Establish communications with your fellow classmates before getting started.

 Prep PPFS
3

The Importance of Keeping a Poker Journal
An important step if you're serious about improving your game.

 Prep PPFS
4 Poker Basics 01: Games Overview
An entry-level overview of the most popular games in poker. Study this now to establish a foundation for the in-depth studies to follow.		 Lesson PPFS
5 Poker Basics 02: Rules of Poker
An overview of the rules of poker.		 Lesson PPFS
6 Poker Basics 03: Betting Limits
An explanation of betting limits for limit, no limit, and pot limit poker.		 Lesson PPFS
7 Poker Basics 04: How to Play No Limit Texas Hold'em
An introduction and overview to No Limit Hold'em poker.		 Lesson PPFS
8

Play in 5 NLHE Tournaments in the Cardroom Software
Pick any game and apply what you have learned so far. Record your results in your journal. Discuss play in blogs and forums.

 Software PPFS
9 Poker Basics 05: How to Play Limit Texas Hold'em
An introduction and overview to Limit Hold'em poker.		 Lesson PPFS
10

Play in 5 LIMIT Hold'em Tournaments in the Cardroom Software
Pick any game and apply what you have learned so far. Record your results in your journal. Discuss play in blogs and forums.

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11 Poker Basics 06: How to Play Pot Limit Texas Hold'em
An introduction and overview to Pot Limit Hold'em poker.		 Lesson PPFS
12

Play in 5 POT LIMIT Hold'em Tournaments in the Cardroom Software
Pick any game and apply what you have learned so far. Record your results in your journal. Discuss play in blogs and forums.

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13 Poker Basics 07: How to Play Limit Omaha Hi
An introduction and overview to Limit Omaha Hi poker.		 Lesson PPFS
14

Play in 5 Limit Omaha Hi Tournaments in the Cardroom Software
Pick any game and apply what you have learned so far. Record your results in your journal. Discuss play in blogs and forums.

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15 Poker Basics 08: How to Play Limit Omaha Hi/Lo
An introduction and overview to Limit Omaha Hi poker.		 Lesson PPFS
16

Play in 5 Limit Omaha Hi/Lo Tournaments in the Cardroom Software
Pick any game and apply what you have learned so far. Record your results in your journal. Discuss play in blogs and forums.

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17 Poker Basics 09: How to Play Limit 7 Card Stud Hi
An introduction and overview to Limit 7 Card Stud Hi poker.		 Lesson PPFS
18

Play in 5 Limit 7 Card Stud Hi Tournaments in the Cardroom Software
Pick any game and apply what you have learned so far. Record your results in your journal. Discuss play in blogs and forums.

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19 Poker Basics 10: How to Play Limit 7 Card Stud Hi/Lo Split
An introduction and overview to Limit 7 Card Stud Hi/Lo Split poker.		 Lesson PPFS
20

Play in 5 Limit 7 Card Stud Hi/Lo Split Tournaments in the Cardroom Software
Pick any game and apply what you have learned so far. Record your results in your journal. Discuss play in blogs and forums.

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21 Cash (Ring) Games 01: Overview
An introduction and overview to Cash Games, also known as "Ring" Games.		 Lesson PPFS
22 Cash (Ring) Games 02: Cash Games
An explanation of the cash games available.		 Lesson PPFS
23 Cash (Ring) Games 03: Online Cash Games
A lesson on online cash games.		 Lesson PPFS
24 Tournament Poker 01: Overview
An overview poker tournament play.		 Lesson PPFS
25 Tournament Poker 02: Live Poker
An overview of LIVE poker tournament play.		 Lesson PPFS
26 Tournament Poker 03: Online Poker
An overview of ONLINE poker tournament play.		 Lesson PPFS
27

Participate in Your First Training Table Tournament
Check the calendar for available times and sign up for any available training table. Do this as early in your studies as the schedule allows. Good luck!

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28

*OPTIONAL: Personal Training (Tutoring or Mentoring)
Highly recommended to fine-tune your game! Extra fee required. Visit link and sign up for next available session.

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29

Review Your Journal Notes Thoroughly
Analyze your strengths and weaknesses. Find areas that need improvement.

 Journal PPFS
 
STEP THREE: BASIC LEVEL
# Title Type Author
1

Participate in Any Training Table Tournament
Check the calendar for available times and sign up for any available training table. Do this as early in your studies as the schedule allows. Good luck!

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Book CoverBook Recommendation:
Poker for Dummies
by Richard D. Harroch, Lou Krieger
2 Freshman Poker 00 Lesson JanFisher
3 Freshman Poker 01: Introduction Lesson JanFisher
4 Freshman Poker 02: Card Room Staff Lesson JanFisher
5 Freshman Poker 03: Getting Into a Game Lesson JanFisher
6 Freshman Poker 04: Dress Code Lesson JanFisher
7

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
Mix it up! Try different games. Apply what you have learned so far. Record your results in your journal. Discuss play in blogs and forums.

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8 Freshman Poker 05: What it Costs to Play Lesson JanFisher
9 Freshman Poker 06: How Much to Buy In Lesson JanFisher
10 Freshman Poker 07: How Hold'em Works Lesson JanFisher
11 Freshman Poker 08: Poker Glossary - Action-Blind Lesson JanFisher
12 Freshman Poker 09: Poker Glossary - Bluff-Cracked Lesson JanFisher
13

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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14 Freshman Poker 10: Poker Glossary - Dead Hand-Exposed Card Lesson JanFisher
15 Freshman Poker 11: Poker Glossary - Face Card-Juice Lesson JanFisher
16 Chap. 1 / 01 - General Poker Strategy: Introduction Lesson Brunson
17 Chap. 1 / 02 - General Poker Strategy: Tells Lesson Brunson
18 Chap. 1 / 03 - General Poker Strategy: ESP Lesson Brunson
19

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20 Chap. 1 / 04 - General Poker Strategy: Superstitions Lesson Brunson
21 Chap. 1 / 05 - General Poker Strategy: Honor Lesson Brunson
22 Chap. 1 / 06 - General Poker Strategy: Being Competitive Lesson Brunson
23 Chap. 1 / 07 - General Poker Strategy: Important Tips Lesson Brunson
24 Chap. 1 / 08 - General Poker Strategy: Money Management Lesson Brunson
25

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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26 Chap. 1 / 09 - General Poker Strategy: Courage and Other Important Qualities Lesson Brunson
27 Chap. 1 / 10 - General Poker Strategy: Vacations Lesson Brunson
28 Chap. 1 / 11 - General Poker Strategy: Being Versatile Lesson Brunson
29 Chap. 1 / 12 - General Poker Strategy: Tournament Play Lesson Brunson
30 Beginning Poker 00: Introduction Lesson Rolf
31

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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31 Beginning Poker 01: Patience/Discipline Lesson Rolf
32 Beginning Poker 02: Preparation Lesson Rolf
34 Beginning Poker 03: Game, Table and Seat Selection Lesson Rolf
35 Beginning Poker 04: Building Your Bankroll Lesson Rolf
36 Beginning Poker 05: How to Handle Adversity Lesson Rolf
37

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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38 Beginning Poker 06: Right Attitude / Right Image Lesson Rolf
39 Beginning Poker 07: Some Dos For Limit Poker Lesson Rolf
40 Beginning Poker 08: Some Don'ts For Limit Poker Lesson Rolf
41 Beginning Poker 09: Starting Hands by Position Lesson Rolf
42 Beginning Poker 10: Improving Your Basic Starting Hand Strategy Lesson Rolf
43

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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44 Beginning Poker 11: Rake Considerations Lesson Rolf
45 Beginning Poker 12: Playing the Flop Lesson Rolf
46 Beginning Poker 13: Playing the Turn and River Lesson Rolf
47 Beginning Poker 14: Maximizing Your Wins, Minimizing Your Losses Lesson Rolf
48 Beginning Poker 15: Working Your Way Up to the Higher Limits Lesson Rolf
49

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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50 Beginning Poker 16: Playing the Player Lesson Rolf
51 Beginning Poker 17: A Few Differences Between Limit & Pot-Limit Poker Lesson Rolf
52 Beginning Poker 18: Some Dos and Don'ts for Pot-Limit Poker Lesson Rolf
53 Beginning Poker 19: What to Look for in Starting Hands Lesson Rolf
54 Beginning Poker 20: The Pros and Cons of Pot-Limit Poker Lesson Rolf
55

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
Mix it up! Try different games. Apply what you have learned so far. Record your results in your journal. Discuss play in blogs and forums.

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56 Beginning Poker 21: Position Lesson Rolf
57 Beginning Poker 22: Draws Lesson Rolf
58 Beginning Poker 23: Bluffing Lesson Rolf
59 Beginning Poker 24: Check Raising Lesson Rolf
60 Beginning Poker 25: A Few Important Issues When Playing High-Stakes Poker Lesson Rolf
61

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
Mix it up! Try different games. Apply what you have learned so far. Record your results in your journal. Discuss play in blogs and forums.

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62 Beginning Poker 26: About Limit and Pot Limit Play - Similarities, Differences, Adjustments Lesson Rolf
63 Beginning Poker 27: Pot-Limit Omaha Starting Hands Lesson Rolf
64 Beginning Poker 28: Stack Size in Pot Limit Lesson Rolf
65 Beginning Poker 29: Staying the Main Man in Your Cardroom Lesson Rolf
66 Beginning Poker 30: 24 Vices of Poker (Part I) Lesson Rolf
67

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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68 Beginning Poker 31: 24 Vices of Poker (Part II) Lesson Rolf
69 Beginning Poker 32: 24 Vices of Poker (Part III) Lesson Rolf
70 Beginning Poker 33: 24 Vices of Poker (Part IV) Lesson Rolf
71 Beginning Poker 34: 24 Vices of Poker (Part V) Lesson Rolf
72 Beginning Poker 35: The 24 Vices of Poker (Part VI) Lesson Rolf
73

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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74 Beginning Poker 36: Now What? Lesson Rolf
75 Ace Online 00: Introduction Lesson Rolf
76 Ace Online 01: Opening your First Real Money Account Lesson Rolf
77 Ace Online 02: Some Important Points When Starting Out Lesson Rolf
78 Ace Online 03: Bonuswhoring - Yes or no? Lesson Rolf
79

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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80 Ace Online 04: Choosing the Best Game Lesson Rolf
81 Ace Online 05: Choosing the Best Seat Lesson Rolf
82 Ace Online 06: Reading Your Opponents Lesson Rolf
83 Ace Online 07: Potential Dangers (Part I) Lesson Rolf
84 Ace Online 08: Potential Dangers (Part II) Lesson Rolf
85

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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86 Ace Online 09: Potential Dangers (Part III) Lesson Rolf
87 Ace Online 10: Analyzing Yourself & the Opposition (Part 1) Lesson Rolf
88 Ace Online 11: Analyzing Yourself & the Opposition (Part 2) Lesson Rolf
89 Ace Online 12: Analyzing Yourself & the Opposition (Part 3) Lesson Rolf
90 Ace Online 13: Analyzing Yourself & the Opposition (Part 4) Lesson Rolf
91

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
Mix it up! Try different games. Apply what you have learned so far. Record your results in your journal. Discuss play in blogs and forums.

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92 Ace Online 14: Analyzing Yourself & the Opposition (Part 5) Lesson Rolf
93 Glazer 01: Introduction to Poker Tournaments Lesson AndyGlazer
94 Glazer 02: Tournament Play vs. Money Play Lesson AndyGlazer
95 Glazer 03: Bankroll Considerations and Ladder Climbs in Tournament Play Lesson AndyGlazer
96 Glazer 04: The Art of the Deal in Tournament Play Lesson AndyGlazer
97

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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98 Glazer 05: Series 1 Test Lesson AndyGlazer
99 Glazer 06: The Human Equation in Poker Lesson AndyGlazer
100 Glazer 07: A Game of Incomplete Information Lesson AndyGlazer
101 Glazer 08: The Human Equation in Poker Lesson AndyGlazer
102 Glazer 09: Changing Emotional and Financial Gears in Poker Lesson AndyGlazer
103

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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104 Glazer 10: Series 2 Test Lesson AndyGlazer
105 Glazer 11: Strategy Leads to Tactics, and Tactics Lead to Money Lesson AndyGlazer
106 Glazer 12: Seven-Card Stud More Challenging Than Initially Appears Lesson AndyGlazer
107 Glazer 13: Strategy Tips for Omaha Eight-or-Better Lesson AndyGlazer
108 Glazer 14: Special Strategies for Home Game Poker Lesson AndyGlazer
109 Glazer 15: Series 3 Test Lesson AndyGlazer
Book CoverBook Recommendation:
Your Worst Poker Enemy
by Alan N. Schoonmaker
110

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
Mix it up! Try different games. Apply what you have learned so far. Record your results in your journal. Discuss play in blogs and forums.

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111

*OPTIONAL: Personal Training (Tutoring or Mentoring)
Highly recommended to fine-tune your game! Extra fee required. Visit link and sign up for next available session.

 Interactive TBD
112

Review Your Journal Notes Thoroughly
Analyze your strengths and weaknesses. Find areas that need improvement.

 Journal PPFS
 
STEP FOUR: INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
# Title Type Author
1

Participate in Any Training Table Tournament
Check the calendar for available times and sign up for any available training table. Do this as early in your studies as the schedule allows. Good luck!

 Software PPFS
Book CoverBook Recommendation:
The Psychology of Poker
by Alan N. Schoonmaker
2 Ace Speaks 01: Introduction Lesson Rolf
3 Ace Speaks 02: Starting Hand Selection Lesson Rolf
4 Ace Speaks 03: Patience Lesson Rolf
5 Ace Speaks 04: Aggression Lesson Rolf
6 Ace Speaks 05: Luck Lesson Rolf
7

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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8 Ace Speaks 06: Tilt / Steaming Lesson Rolf
9 Ace Speaks 07: Loving / Enjoying the Game Lesson Rolf
10 Ace Speaks 08: Money Management Lesson Rolf
11 Ace Speaks 09: Focus Lesson Rolf
12 Ace Speaks 10: Table Image Lesson Rolf
13

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
Mix it up! Try different games. Apply what you have learned so far. Record your results in your journal. Discuss play in blogs and forums.

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14 Ace Speaks 11: Odds & Percentages Lesson Rolf
15 Ace Speaks 12: Table / Game Selection Lesson Rolf
16 Ace Speaks 13: Talent / Natural Ability Lesson Rolf
17 Ace Speaks 14: Playing the Players Lesson Rolf
18 Ace Speaks 15: Folding Lesson Rolf
19

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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20 Ace Speaks 16: Trickiness Lesson Rolf
21 Ace Speaks 17: Reading Hands Lesson Rolf
22 Ace Speaks 18: Pressure Lesson Rolf
23 Ace Speaks 19: Changing Gears Lesson Rolf
24 Ace Speaks 20: Gambling Atmosphere Lesson Rolf
25

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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26 Ace Speaks 21: Preparation Lesson Rolf
27 Ace Speaks 22: Seat Selection Lesson Rolf
28 Ace Speaks 23: Discipline Lesson Rolf
29 Ace Speaks 24: Stack Size Lesson Rolf
30 Ace Speaks 25: Adjusting Lesson Rolf
31

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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32 Ace Speaks 26: Making the Right Play Lesson Rolf
33 Ace Speaks 27: Heart Lesson Rolf
Book CoverBook Recommendation:
Caro's Book of Poker Tells
by Mike Caro
34 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 00/00 Lesson Mike Caro
35 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 00/01: Book Front Cover Lesson Mike Caro
36 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 00/02: Publishing Information Lesson Mike Caro
37

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38 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 00/03: Note from the Publisher Lesson Mike Caro
39 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 00/04: About the Author Lesson Mike Caro
40 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 00/05: Foreword by David M. Hayano, Ph.D. Lesson Mike Caro
41 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 00/06: Introduction Lesson Mike Caro
42 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 00/07: Introduction: Using MCU Poker Charts Lesson Mike Caro
43

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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44 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 00/08: Introduction: Tell Stars Lesson Mike Caro
45 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 00/09: Introduction: "Caro's Law of Loose Wiring" and Poker Tells Lesson Mike Caro
46 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 01/00: Tells from Those Who are Unaware: Introduction Lesson Mike Caro
47 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 01/01: Tells from Those Who are Unaware: Noncombat Tells Lesson Mike Caro
48 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 01/02: Tells from Those Who are Unaware: Sharing a Hand Lesson Mike Caro
49

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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50 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 01/03: Tells from Those Who are Unaware: Shuffling a Hand Lesson Mike Caro
51 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 01/04: Tells from Those Who are Unaware: Nervousness Lesson Mike Caro
52 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 01/05: Tells from Those Who are Unaware: Double-Checking Lesson Mike Caro
53 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 01/06: Tells from Those Who are Unaware: Fearlessness Lesson Mike Caro
54 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 01/07: Tells from Those Who are Unaware: Glancing at Chips Lesson Mike Caro
55

Play in Any Discipline in the Cardroom Software
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56 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 01/08: Tells from Those Who are Unaware: Sudden Interest Lesson Mike Caro
57 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 01/09: Tells from Those Who are Unaware: Tough Decisions Lesson Mike Caro
58 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 01/10: Tells from Those Who are Unaware: Instant Reaction Lesson Mike Caro
59 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 01/11: Tells from Those Who are Unaware: Protecting a Hand Lesson Mike Caro
60 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 02/00: Tells from Actors: Introduction Lesson Mike Caro
61

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62 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 02/01: Tells from Actors: Weak Means Strong Lesson Mike Caro
63 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 02/02: Tells from Actors: Strong Means Weak Lesson Mike Caro
64 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 02/03: Tells from Actors: Exposing Cards Lesson Mike Caro
65 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 02/04: Tells from Actors: Opening Tells Lesson Mike Caro
66 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 02/05: Tells from Actors: Encouraging Your Bet Lesson Mike Caro
67

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68 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 02/06: Tells from Actors: Discouraging Your Bet Lesson Mike Caro
69 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 02/07: Tells from Actors: Betting Moves Lesson Mike Caro
70 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 02/08: Tells from Actors: Tricks Lesson Mike Caro
71 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 03/00: Some General Tells: Introduction Lesson Mike Caro
72 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 03/01: Some General Tells: Choosing Your Seat Lesson Mike Caro
73

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74 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 03/02: Some General Tells: Conflicting Tells Lesson Mike Caro
75 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 03/03: Some General Tells: Gaining Information Lesson Mike Caro
76 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 03/04: Some General Tells: Misdirected Bets Lesson Mike Caro
77 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 04/00: The Sounds of Tells Lesson Mike Caro
78 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 05/00: Important Tells Revisited Lesson Mike Caro
79

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80 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 06/00: Caro's Laws of Tells - A Summary Lesson Mike Caro
81 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 07/00: Play-Along Photo Quiz: Photo Quiz and Answers Lesson Mike Caro
82 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 07/01: Play-Along Photo Quiz: A Final Tip Lesson Mike Caro
83 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 07/02: Play-Along Photo Quiz: A Final Question Lesson Mike Caro
84 Caro's Book of Poker Tells 08/00: Photo Credits Lesson Mike Caro
85

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86
DVD CoverDVD Recommendation:
Mike Caro's Pro Poker Tells DVD
by Mike Caro
87 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 01: When Is It Safe To Bet? - Waiting to Pounce Video Mike Caro
88 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 02: When Is It Safe To Bet? - The Dangerous Bet Video Mike Caro
89 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 03: When Is It Safe To Bet? - Poor Bet/Sure Bet Video Mike Caro
90 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 04: When Is It Safe To Bet? - Is THIS Bet Safe? Video Mike Caro
91 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 05: Poker Ploys: Watching You Bet Video Mike Caro
92

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93 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 06: Poker Ploys: Verifying the Bluff Video Mike Caro
94 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 07: Poker Ploys: Sudden Reversal Video Mike Caro
95 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 08: Poker Ploys: Him Look Back Video Mike Caro
96 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 09: Poker Ploys: Hide Your Eyes Video Mike Caro
97 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 10: Waiting for you to act: Will They Play? Video Mike Caro
98

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99 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 11: Waiting for you to act: Pick the Opener Video Mike Caro
100 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 12: Waiting for you to act: Turn 'em Too Soon Video Mike Caro
101 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 13: Waiting for you to act: Pick the Raiser Video Mike Caro
102 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 14: Waiting for you to act: Turning the Hand Over Video Mike Caro
103 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 15: Waiting for you to act: Play or Pass Video Mike Caro
104

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105 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 16: Secrets of Chips: Sit Behind the Money Video Mike Caro
106 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 17: Secrets of Chips: The Frivolous or Conservative Stacker Video Mike Caro
107 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 18: Secrets of Chips: Stacking a Big Pot Video Mike Caro
108 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 19: How They Look At Cards: Staring Down Video Mike Caro
109 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 20: How They Look At Cards: The Quick Look Video Mike Caro
110

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111 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 21: How They Look At Cards: Shuffle for Flush Video Mike Caro
112 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 22: How They Look At Cards: Fill Up and Fool You Video Mike Caro
113 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 23: How They Look At Cards: Shuffle or Not Video Mike Caro
114 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 24: How They Look At Cards: Glance at Cards Video Mike Caro
115 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 25: How They Look At Cards: Close Quick Video Mike Caro
116

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117 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 26: How They Look At Cards: Double Check Video Mike Caro
118 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 27: How They Look At Cards: Look Back Video Mike Caro
119 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 28: How They Bet: Reluctant Raise Video Mike Caro
120 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 29: How They Bet: Betting With A Flair Video Mike Caro
121 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 30: How They Bet: Misdirected Bet Video Mike Caro
122

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123 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 31: How They Bet: Long Delay Video Mike Caro
124 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 32: How They Bet: Predetermined Bet Video Mike Caro
125 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 33: How They Bet: How Much Is It To Me? Video Mike Caro
126 Caro's Pro Poker Tells 34: How They Bet: Instant Check Video Mike Caro
127

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128 Head's Up/ShortHanded Play 01: Isolating Opponents Lesson Al Spath
129 Head's Up/ShortHanded Play 02: The Continuation Bet Lesson Al Spath
130 Short-Handed Limit Tables Lesson Al Spath
131 Emotional Control - Avoiding the Tilt Factor Lesson Al Spath
132 Satellites and Super-Satellites Lesson Al Spath
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Book CoverBook Recommendation:
The Mathematics of Poker
by Bill Chen, Jerrod Ankenman
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STEP FIVE: ADVANCED LEVEL
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Beyond Tells: Power Poker Psychology
by James McKenna
2 Short Handed Poker 00: Introduction Lesson JasonPohl
3 Shorthanded Poker 01: Harsh Realities - Part I Lesson JasonPohl
4 Shorthanded Poker 02: Harsh Realities - Part II Lesson JasonPohl
5 Shorthanded Poker 03: Adjusting to Opponents - Part I Lesson JasonPohl
6 Shorthanded Poker 04: Adjusting to Opponents - Part II Lesson JasonPohl
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8 Shorthanded Poker 05: Psychology Lesson JasonPohl
9 Shorthanded Poker 06: Test Lesson JasonPohl
10 Shorthanded Poker 07: Intro to Preflop Strategy - Part I Lesson JasonPohl
11 Shorthanded Poker 08: Intro to Preflop Strategy - Part II Lesson JasonPohl
12 Shorthanded Poker 09: Starting Hands Lesson JasonPohl
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14 Strategy Insights 00: Sorting Through the Contradictions Lesson BarryT
15 Strategy Insights 01: Introduction Lesson BarryT
16 Strategy Insights 02: Loose Games Lesson BarryT
17 Strategy Insights 03: Tight Games Lesson BarryT
18 Strategy Insights 04: Playing Pairs and Big Cards Pre-flop Lesson BarryT
19

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20 Caro Strategies 00 Lesson Mike Caro
21 Caro Strategies 01: Protecting Your Poker Bankroll and More Lesson Mike Caro
22 Caro Strategies 02: Major Tips From Mike Caro Lesson Mike Caro
23 Caro Strategies 03: Handling Tricky Situations Lesson Mike Caro
24 Caro Strategies 04: How to Advertise in a Poker Game Lesson Mike Caro
25

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26 Caro Strategies 05: How to Get Called by Weak Hands - Part 1 Lesson Mike Caro
27 Caro Strategies 06: How to Get Called by Weak Hands - Part 2 Lesson Mike Caro
28 Caro Strategies 07: When to Fold Strong Hands Lesson Mike Caro
29 Caro Strategies 08: Pro Tricks For Extra Profit Lesson Mike Caro
30 Caro Strategies 09: When Not to Raise Lesson Mike Caro
31

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Beyond Traps
by James McKenna
32 Caro Strategies 10: Small Edges That Add Up Lesson Mike Caro
33 Caro Strategies 11: Bewildering Your Opponents Lesson Mike Caro
34 Caro Strategies 12: Extra Profit in the Blinds Lesson Mike Caro
35 Caro Strategies 13: When to Stay and When to Quit Lesson Mike Caro
36 Caro Strategies 14: Selected Poker Myths Lesson Mike Caro
37

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38 Caro Strategies 15: Raising For the Right Reasons - Part 1 Lesson Mike Caro
39 Caro Strategies 16: Raising For the Right Reasons - Part 2 Lesson Mike Caro
40 Caro Strategies 17: Little-Known Poker Tips That Bring Big Profit Lesson Mike Caro
41 Caro Strategies 18: Treating Poker as a Business Lesson Mike Caro
42 Caro Strategies 19: Maximizing Profit Against Weak Opponents Lesson Mike Caro
43

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44 Caro Strategies 20: Folding Your Poker Hands For Extra Profit Lesson Mike Caro
45 Caro Strategies 21: The Bad Rule Lesson Mike Caro
46 Caro Strategies 22: Maximizing Profit by Playing Your Position Lesson Mike Caro
47 Caro Strategies 23: Profitable Things to Watch in a Poker Game Lesson Mike Caro
48 Caro Strategies 24: Poker Leakage - Profit Lost Lesson Mike Caro
49

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50 Caro Strategies 25: Motivational Tips That Save Your Bankroll Lesson Mike Caro
51 Caro Strategies 26: Using "Talking Tells" to Destroy Opponents Lesson Mike Caro
52 Caro Strategies 27: Luck Matters in Poker Lesson Mike Caro
53 Caro Strategies 28: Bonus Strategies For Extra Profit At Poker Lesson Mike Caro
54 Caro Strategies 29: Stay the Same & Suffer, or Adjust and Prosper Lesson Mike Caro
55

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56 Caro Strategies 30: Answering Poker's Most Common Questions Lesson Mike Caro
57 Caro Strategies 31: Things to Practice Beyond a Basic Winning Strategy Lesson Mike Caro
58 Caro Strategies 32: When Good Poker Advice Is Bad Lesson Mike Caro
59 Caro Strategies 33: The Secrets to Reraising in Poker Lesson Mike Caro
60 Caro Strategies 34: My Favorite Advice to Add to Your Game Lesson Mike Caro
61

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Book CoverBook Recommendation:
Beyond Bluffs: Master the Mysteries of Poker
by James McKenna
62 Caro Strategies 35: What to Do When You're Losing Lesson Mike Caro
63 Caro Strategies 36: Favorite Advice From Our Earliest Sessions Lesson Mike Caro
64 Caro Strategies 37: Did You Know This About Poker? Lesson Mike Caro
65 Caro Strategies 38: Do You Know When to Shift Gears in Poker? Lesson Mike Caro
66 Caro Strategies 39: Getting the Most Money out of the Small Blind Against the Big Blind Lesson Mike Caro
67

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68 Caro Strategies 40: How to Watch For Tells Lesson Mike Caro
69 Caro Strategies 41: Hot Tips From the Mad Genius - Stud Hi Lesson Mike Caro
70 Caro Strategies 42: Hold'em Tips From the Mad Genius Lesson Mike Caro
71 Caro Strategies 43: Some Tips On Playing the Small Blind Lesson Mike Caro
72 Caro Strategies 44: Try Never to "Go Quiet" in a Poker Game When You Have Psychological Control Over Your Opponents! Lesson Mike Caro
73

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74 Caro Strategies 45: Understanding the Nature of Poker by Playing Against Everyone in the World - Part 1 Lesson Mike Caro
75 Caro Strategies 46: Understanding the Nature of Poker by Playing Against Everyone in the World - Part 2 Lesson Mike Caro
76 Caro Strategies 47: Why It's Better For Casinos to Spread New Poker Games Than to Keep Long Waiting Lists Lesson Mike Caro
77 Caro Strategies 48: Yes, My Friends, You Really Can Beat Lower-Limit No-Fold'em Games! Lesson Mike Caro
78 The Limp Re-Raise Lesson russfox
79

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80 Tales from the Felt: The Moment of Sheer Terror Lesson NDalla
81 Tales From the Felt: The Thin White Line Lesson NDalla
82 Analysis Number 1 Lesson Mark
83 Analysis Number 2 Lesson Mark
84 Analysis Number 3 Lesson Mark
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86 Analysis Number 4 Lesson Mark
87 Analysis Number 5 Lesson Mark
88 Analysis Number 6 Lesson Mark
89 Analysis Number 7 Lesson Mark
90 Asmo Is Aces Article PPFS
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STEP SIX: PRO CONTINUING DEVELOPMENT
As any top pros will tell you, when it comes to poker, school is never out. You have to constantly play and learn to keep on top of your game. Having completed all the requirements above, the best thing you can do now to fine-tune your game is just that--keep playing and keep learning. Helping beginners is another way to strengthen your own game since it reinforces what you've learned. Consider signing up for mentoring or tutoring (extra fee required).
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