Understanding Your
Learning Style
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Types of Learning Styles
Visual Learners
S Typically learn by what they are able to see or visualize.
S These individuals like to use visual aids such as maps,
charts, diagrams, highlighted notes, and flashcards to help
put the material in a better perspective.
Visual Learners
S Often, visual learners describe things in vivid detail using
words to paint a picture.
S They can process information better when instructions are
written down rather than spoken out loud.
Visual Learners
Likes
Dislikes
• Reading
• Lectures
• Visual Aids
• Discussions
• Taking Notes
• Music while Studying
Auditory Learners
S Typically are very good listeners and prefer hearing
materials rather than reading it.
S Individuals who have strong auditory processing skills
absorb information better through sounds, music, classroom
discussions, audio books, and verbal instructions.
Auditory Learners
S They are usually more talkative in class and enjoy
participating in debates and discussions.
S While they may struggle with reading, they are often skilled
in music and foreign languages.
Auditory Learners
Likes
Dislikes
• Music
• Writing
• Lectures
• Taking Notes
• Discussions
• Reading
Kinesthetic Learners
S Typically absorb information through the sense of touch,
physical activity, and experimental projects.
S These individuals prefer the hands-on approach to learning
new things.
Kinesthetic Learners
S They may take notes in class or doodle on their paper but
most often will not look at their notes again.
S They tend to be touchers or feelers and will often stand close
to someone when they are talking or touch that person on
the arm or shoulder.
S Also usually fidgety or like to have something in their hands,
even if it’s just a pencil or paperclip.
Kinesthetic Learners
Likes
Dislikes
• Experiments
• Lectures
• Playing Instruments
• Reading
• Playing Sports
• Sitting for a Long Time
What Kind of Learner are You?
Tips for Visual Learners
S Use charts, maps, posters, and videos whenever possible to
study.
S Watch the person speaking and observe their body language
and facial expressions.
S It’s usually best to study alone in a quiet atmosphere.
S Use colored highlighters to mark important notes and main
ideas.
Tips for Visual Learners
S Write down information that you want to remember such as
notes from the board or verbal instructions.
S Ask for verbal instruction to be repeated for better
understanding.
S Rewrite key points or explanations that are difficult to recall.
S Whenever possible use your own visual images to relate the
topic being discussed.
S Look over new material by scanning the pictures and
titles/headings before reading.
Tips for Auditory Learners
S Read study materials, notes and other information out loud.
S Study with a friend or in a small group.
S Listen to audio books whenever possible.
S Participate in class discussions.
S Create rhymes to recall dates, names, facts, etc.
Tips for Auditory Learners
S Use word association techniques to memorize facts.
S Ex. Proton = Positive, Neutron = Neutral
S Use grid or graph paper to work on math problems.
S Use colored highlighters to mark important notes & main
ideas.
Tips for Kinesthetic Learners
S Get comfortable when studying.
S Ex. Lounging in a chair or comfy couch
S Listen to music while studying.
S Take frequent breaks!
S Listen to recorded notes & audio books while walking or
exercising.
Tips for Kinesthetic Learners
S Demonstrate key study points by acting them out or miming
to reinforce them in your memory.
S Hold your book in your hands to read rather than placing it
on a table.
S If possible, draw a picture or create a model to clarify the
material being studied.
Tips for Kinesthetic Learners
S Use flashcards and different types of board games to process
and reinforce new information.
S Stand up when called on in class to answer a question.
S Use colored transparencies to read study materials.
Learning Styles Experiment
Pop Quiz
1.
Name the 3 kinds of learning styles.
2.
What’s one thing a Visual Learner likes?
3.
What’s one thing a Kinesthetic Learner dislikes?
4.
What percent of the population are Visual Learners?
5.
State 3 tips for an Auditory Learner.
Extra Ticket: What does reiterate mean?