Not all children learn
in the same manner,a single classroom contains children with broadly differing
learning styles, yet are taught in the same way. And even within the same
family, siblings often possess their own learning styles. Knowing what type of
learner our students is will help us to teach them, study environment and the
way in which we help them learn. There are three types of learners.
The first
type is Visual learners. Visual learners remember best what they see--pictures,
diagrams, flow charts, time lines, films, and demonstrations. Verbal learners
get more out of words--written and spoken explanations. Everyone learns more
when information is presented both visually and verbally. In most school
classes very little visual information is presented: students mainly listen to
teacher and read material written on blackboards and in textbooks or handouts.
Unfortunately, most students are visual learners, which means that most
students do not get information if more visual presentation were not used in
class.
The
second type is Auditory
learners. Auditory learners tend to benefit most from traditional teaching
techniques. Many teachers use a lecture-style forum, presenting information by
talking to their students. Regulating voice tone, inflection, and body language
will help all students maintain interest and attention. Auditory learners
succeed when directions are read aloud, speeches are required, or information
is presented and requested verbally.
The third
type is kinesthetic
learners. Kinesthetic learners are most successful when totally engaged with the learning
activity. They acquire information fastest when participating in a science lab,
drama presentation, skit, field trip, dance, or other active activity. Because
of the high numbers of kinesthetic learners, education is shifting toward a
more hands-on approach; manipulatives and other "props" are
incorporated into almost every school subject, from physical education to
language arts. Hands-on teaching techniques are gaining recognition because
they address the challenging needs of kinesthetic learners, as well as the
diverse needs of auditory and visual learners.
In
conclusion, the types of learners are visual,auditory and kinesthetic.
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