According to the results of the Learning Preferences Survey, my preferred learning style is Visual/ Verbal. I had a total score of 18 in the visual/ verbal column which was actually the highest in the perceptual learning preferences survey that I took. The visual/ verbal learning style is an indication that I prefer graphical organization to access and understand new information in addition to avid reading and note- taking. The second learning style in the perceptual learning preferences was tactile/ kinesthetic in which I had a total score of 16. This learning style involves using one’s body, hands, and sense of touch. The visual/ nonverbal and auditory learning styles, on the other hand, tied with 13 points. The visual/nonverbal …show more content…
A visual/ verbal learner is all about reading and writing. He prefers reading the class text rather than listening to a lecture. Oral instructions aren’t enough for a visual/ verbal learner; they must be backed up by written instructions. In class, such a learner usually takes extensive notes. He is a serial organizer and regularly makes lists of daily goals and activities.My study plan for this semester’s classes will be based seven key areas that I have identified. The key areas will be represented by columns that will be constant across all classes. The key areas include the following: Content Covered, Description of Content, Strengths and Weaknesses in Each Content Area (Scale 1- 5), Resources Needed for the Content Area, Where the Resources can be Found, Dates I will study for this content, and Date completed. The rows of the study plan will basically respond to the questions raised. The rows will also be organized as into two broad categories for each class i.e. literal comprehension and critical and inferential comprehension. In the content covered column, I will seek to establish the main ideas and supporting ideas in addition to identifying vocabulary in context. In the description of content column, I will basically identify summaries of the main idea and supporting ideas. The meanings of words as used in thecontext of reading selection will also be
When we did the Learning Styles: Modality Preference Inventory worksheet, I scored a 23 in Visual, a 16 in Auditory, and a 23 in Kinesthetic/Tactile. For me, I always had to write things down in order to even come close to remembering it. I also had to actually do what was being done to understand. I always seemed to be both a visual and hands on type of person.
Once an individual completes the questionnaire, either online or via paper format, his learning preferences will be identified as visual, aural, read/write, kinesthetic or multimodal. A visual learner prefers using visual resources such as diagrams, pictures, movies and videos. This learner
According to the Vark questionnaire, there are four types of dominant learning styles; Visual, Aural, Read/Write and Kinesthetic. Additionally, Vark introduces a sub category of learning called multimodal. (Fleming, 2011)
“Just as students have different personalities, they also have different ways of learing (Slavin, 107).” Learning styles are another important factor to incorporate when implementing the best learning environment. Learning styles are defined as an individual's mode of gaining knowledge. The most common learning styles addressed are auditory, visual, and kinesthetic. Auditory leaners understand information through hearing. Visual learners need more visual aids in the learning process, such as diagrams, webs, or pictures. Kinesthetic learners learn better by using manipulatives or by being physically involved in the learning process. Learning styles is a piece of the “backbone” of differentiated learning. Both are used to individualize instruction to help students achieve the most success.
Learning styles of individual students vary and as a consequence, learning needs also change from each student to the next (Liew, Sidhu, & Barua, 2015). The “styles” for learning that are widely adopted include the Visual, Auditory, Read/Write, Kinesthetic (VARK) model, developed by Fleming and Mills (1992) include Visual (V), Auditory (A), Read/Write (R) and Kinaesthetic (K) types of learning approaches. The Visual (V) learner learns best by the use of information by visual means (using of charts, mindmaps, and other visual aids). The Auditory (A) learner understands best by
There are three main learning styles which are Visual, Auditory and Kinaesthetic. The three of these are different ways of how you prefer to learn, and how you consume information efficiently.
Learning styles describe the way in which an individual or student uses different methods in the way they acquire, scrutinize, understand and remember knowledge or information (Kharb, 2013). The VARK questionnaire is a tool through which one can identify his/her learning style and is based on how individuals interact and respond to their learning environment. After undertaking the questionnaire, the scores for visual learning was 10, kinesthetic was 12, Aural was 10 and read/write was 16. The preferred learning style was, therefore, determined to be Multimodal which means that multiple strategies can be in cooperated to enable sufficient learning. Read/Write had the highest score followed closely by kinesthetic, aural and visual. This implies that the adequate strategy to acquire and convey information or knowledge is through printed or written words. With Kinesthetic having the second highest score, it shows that learning is also adequate through gaining experience and engaging in practical activities or processes that give real-life examples. Visual and Aural strategies had the same score meaning that learning can also be achieved through presentations in visual formats, drawings or diagrams as well as observations and taking of verbal instructions or listening.
When I took the learning preference quiz I had the highest score in tactile or kinesthetic learning. I had a 14 in tactile learning and 13 in both visual and auditory learning. I was not surprised by the top result from the quiz. I learn best hands on and prefer not to just read information. I was sort of surprised when it had visual and auditory tied for second. I would much rather listen to something being read rather than read it. I am dyslexic and when I must read information alone, I have a hard time comprehending. I think overall, because the quiz said I had a kinesthetic learning preference, that it was accurate. When listening to a lecture or reading information I often take notes to remember. I do not look back at the notes often,
All learners have different learning styles. Using materials at the initial stage of the learning process can highlight preferred styles. Honey and Mumford show four learning styles – activists, theorists, reflectors and pragmatists, while VAK highlights visual, auditory and kinaesthetic preferences.
Before taking the Learning Style Inventory, I always felt I was mostly a tactile learner. I would be able to learn in a visual fashion if need be, but I would rather learn and by doing and making mistakes. After taking the Learning Style Inventory, the results definitely supported my initial thoughts. My tactile preference was 14 points higher than my auditory score, but only 2 points higher than my visual. Although I believe I will always will be a stronger tactile learner, my visual learner skills have been improving throughout my college learning experience. Plus, it’s important to note that many tactile learning situations are dependent on visual learning. This means that tactilely learning has been strengthening my visual learning skills.
The dominant learner preference is read and write, actually there is an indication that I can learn in so many style and adapts to different situation of learning. But my highest score is read and write knowing my preference style gives me an insight how I can be a good learner.
After completing the VARK learning assessment I was informed my optimal learning style is a mix of primarily visual and secondarily kinesthetic learning. This mix comes from scoring considerably close in both of these categories. Visual learners often prefer to symbols and colors to display an idea while kinesthetic learners may prefer to learn through real world scenarios.
There are four main types of learning styles: auditory, kinaesthetic, reading and writing, and visual. Each of these theories describes how learning occurs and has its own terminology, perceptions on learning and generalities about teaching and learning. My personal learning style uses a combination of visual, reading, writing and auditory. I prefer using pictures,
My preferred learning style is auditory. I can use mnemonic devices, such as flash cards with audio to my advantage in school. The repetition of the flash cards would help me in science where there is lots of information to remember. Reading the information, text, stories, assignments, out loud would help me to fully understand the context. I can also read my drafting work out loud, so that it is less likely to miss any errors. During class, I can ask my teacher more questions or to explain certain concepts.
What are "learning styles"? The topic of learning styles has been discussed throughout the academic world for several years, but do we really understand how it affects the way students learn? From public school to higher education, different learning styles can be found everywhere. The three main types of learning styles are visual, auditory, and tactile/kinesthetic (hands on) . Each style reflects the main ability of how the individual learns best. Visual learners need to see the speaker and watch facial expressions in order to comprehend the material. They learn best from visual displays and often prefer to take detailed notes during lectures. According to researchers , visual