Non-Linguistic Representation Notes
Brain science experts have determined that human brains learn in two main ways.
The first is linguistically…reading and listening to words. The second is nonlinguistically…seeing information in pictures and patterns as well as using senses
such as smell and touch. Most teachers use linguistic techniques most of the time.
Non-linguistic representations can be in many forms. Some of the most common
are graphic organizers, time-lines, charts, pictures, pictographs, maps, 3-D models,
political cartoons, and mental pictures.
When taking non-linguistic notes, read the assigned material in natural “chunks.”
(Use the red and blue section and sub-section headings) Reflect upon each passage
(or chunk) and determine which representation would best display the most
important information. It is best to make several representations rather than
one large, complicated image.
Examples:
Venn Diagram
Cause and Effect Chart
Time Line
Cartoon
Map
Web
Pictograph