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Learning Styles

There are three basic types of classroom learning styles: visual,


auditory, and kinesthetic. These learning styles describe the most
common ways that people learn. Individuals tend to instinctively prefer
one style over the others; thus each person has a learning style that is
dominant even though he or she may also rely somewhat on the other
approaches at different times and in different circumstances.

Approach – method

Circumstance - situation

Visual learners prefer to sit somewhere in the classroom where no


obstructions hinder their view of the lesson. They rely on the teacher’s
facial expressions and body language to aid their learning. They learn
best from a blend of visual displays and presentations such as colorful
videos, diagrams and flip-charts. Often, these learners think in pictures
and may even close their eyes to visualize something to watch. Many
visual learners lack confidence in their auditory memory skills and so
may take detailed notes during classroom discussions and lectures.

Obstruction – something that blocks or stands in the way

Hinder – to prevent; get in the way

Facial – related to the face

Blend – a mixture; combination

Diagram – a simple drawing to explain how to something works

Confidence – belief in one’s abilities


Auditory learners sit where they can hear well. They enjoy listening
and talking, so discussions and verbal lectures stimulate them. Listening
to what others have to say and then talking the subject through helps
them process new information. These learners may be heard reading to
themselves out loud because they can absorb written information
better in this way. Sounding out spelling words, reciting mathematical
theories, or talking their way across a map are examples of the types of
activities that improve their understanding.

Auditory – related to hearing

Verbal – related to words

Recite – to say or repeat out loud

Kinesthetic learners may find it difficult to sit still in a conventional


classroom. They need to be physically active and take frequent breaks.
When they are bored, they fidget in their seats. They prefer to sit
someplace where there is room to move about. They benefit from
manipulating materials and learn best when classroom subjects such as
math, science, and reading are processed through hands-on
experiences. Incorporating arts-and-crafts activities, building projects,
and sports into lessons helps kinesthetic learners process new
information. Physical expressions of encouragement, such as a pat on
the back, are often appreciated.

Kinesthetic – related to body motion

Conventional – normal; traditional

Fidget – to move things around with the hands


Manipulate – to move constantly in a nervous manner

In addition to these traditional ways of describing learning styles,


educators have identified other ways some students prefer to learn.
Verbal educators have identified other ways some students prefer to
learn. Verbal learners, for example, enjoy using words, both written and
spoken. Logical learners are strong in the areas of logic and reasoning.
Social learners do best when working in groups, whereas solitary
learners prefer to work alone. Research shows that each learning styles,
as well as the visual, auditory, and kinesthetic styles, use different parts
of the brain. Students may prefer to focus on just one style, but
practicing other styles involves more of the brain’s potential and
therefore helps students remember more of what they learn.

Incorporate – to add in; bring together

Encouragement – praise; support to keep going

Solitary – done alone; independent

Teachers who present their lessons using varied techniques that


stimulate all learning styles expose students to both their dominant and
less preferred methods of learning, aiding them to more fully reach
their potential as learners.

Expose – to give an opportunity to experience or learn new things

Dominant – more important; stronger

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