What are learning styles?
Learning styles are simply different approaches or ways of learning.
Why do you need to know about learning styles?
Information about learning styles is helpful for everyone. Knowing your learning style will help you develop coping strategies to compensate for your weaknesses and capitalize on your strengths.
What are the types of learning styles?
- Visual learners learn through seeing.
They need to see the teacher’s body language and facial expression, pictures, diagrams... to fully understand the content of a lesson.
- Auditory learners learn through listening.
They learn best through lectures, discussions, reading aloud, talking things through and listening to what others have to say.
- Tactile or Kinaesthetic learners learn through moving, doing and touching.
They are aware of the physical world around them. They may find it hard to sit still for long periods and may become distracted by their need for activity and exploration.
