learn a lot and learn a lot of things

These phrases are used in different ways in different situations, so they cannot really be compared for frequency.

Oh, really? I didn't know that they are used in different situations.
Could you tell me a little bit more about it? For example, in this context, which is better?
Seeing the world with your eyes will help you learn ( ).

Hi

It's interesting but I'm not sure I could make a difference between the two phrases

- At school, I learned a lot of things; in prison I learned a lot

Dave

Do you mean, "learn a lot" can be used in a ironic situation like that?

Hi

I think so. 'Learn a lot' sounds slightly slang, so it is more likely to be used there

- Walking down our street, you can learn a lot

Dave

I see:) slightly slangy:) Thank you for good examples!