Learning Styles
|
Characteristics |
Methods |
|
Visual: -
Needs
to see it to know it. -
Strong
sense of color. -
May
have artistic ability. -
Difficulty
with spoken directions. -
Overreaction
to sounds. -
Trouble
following lectures. -
Misinterpretation
of words. |
Visual: -
Uses
graphics to reinforce learning: films, slides, illustrations, diagrams,
doodles. -
Color-coding
to organize notes and possessions. -
Written
directions. -
Use
flow charts and diagrams when taking notes. -
Visualizing
spelling of words or facts to be memorized. |
|
Auditory: -
Prefers
to get information by listening – needs to hear it to know it. -
Difficulty
following written directions. -
Difficulty
with Reading. -
Problems
with Writing. -
Inability
to read body language and facial expressions. |
Auditory: -
Uses
tapes for reading and for class lecture notes. -
Learning
by interviewing or by participating in discussions. -
Have
test questions or directions read aloud or put on tape. |
|
Kinesthetic: -
Prefers
hands-on learning. -
Can
assemble parts without reading directions. -
Difficulty
sitting still. -
Learns
better when physical activity is involved. -
May
be very well coordinated and have athletic ability. |
Kinesthetic: -
Experiential
learning (making models, doing lab work) -
Frequent
breaks in study periods. -
Tracing
letters and words to learn spelling and remembering facts. -
Use
of computer to reinforce learning through touch. -
Memorizing
or drilling while walking or exercising. -
Expressing
abilities through dance drama or gymnastics. |