Learning Styles

Learning styles introduction


Everyone learns in different ways. There are three main learning styles visual, auditory, and kinaesthetic. But there are seven altogether. Understanding how you learn can help you work more efficient. Each learning style has methods that fit the different ways an individual learn best.




My preferred learning style


My learning style is kinaesthetic as you can see from the result of an online test I took.





http://www.educationplanner.org/students/self-assessments/learning-styles-quiz.shtml


Different Learning styles

Learning Style	What does this mean?	Common Phrases	Learning and Techniques
Visual – spatial	Rather read from pictures and diagrams	Let's draw a diagram or map	Use mind maps. Use colour and pictures in place of text, wherever possible. If you don't use the computer, make sure you have at least four different colour pens.
Aural - auditory-musical	Like music while learning	It's coming through loud and clear.	When creating mnemonics or acrostics, make the most of rhythm and rhyme, or set them to a jingle or part of a song.
Verbal – linguistic	You like to express words vocally and written	I hear you but I'm not sure I agree.	When you read content aloud, make it dramatic and varied. Instead of using a monotone voice to go over a procedure, turn it into a lively and energetic speech worthy of the theatre. Not only does this help your recall, you get to practice your dramatic presence!
Physical –kinaesthetic	You would rather physical do things	That doesn't sit right with me.	Use role-playing, either singularly or with someone else, to practice skills and behaviours. Find ways to act out or simulate what you are learning.
Logical – mathematical	You rather using logic, reasoning and systems	There's no pattern to this.	While you study, create and use lists by extracting key points from your material. You may also want to use statistics and other analysis to help you identify areas you may want to concentrate on.
Social – interpersonal	You would rather work in a group	Let's pull some people together to discuss.	If you are a social learner, aim to work with others as much as possible. Try to study with a class. If this is not available then consider forming your own study group with others at a similar level. They don't have to be from the same school or class. If you like, introduce them to some of the techniques from this book. It may be easier for you to try some of the Mimetic Techniques in a social setting, and work with the feedback from others.
Solitary –intrapersonal	You would rather work alone	I'll get back to you on that.	When you associate and visualize, highlight what you would be thinking and feeling at the time. You may want to do most of your visualization and association in private. I suggest you also try talking to others with more experience to get some idea of what thoughts and feelings they have in various circumstances.

Benefit of knowing your own Learning Styles


The benefit of knowing my learning style is that I can tell the teacher what style I am so I can learn more efficient.
You can learn quicker and complete tasks quicker
Gives you a head start and maximizes your learning potential
Allows you to learn the way you like