Using your learning style-School

Using your learning style

School

Knowing about the strengths of your learning style is important to your success in learning. With your particular learning style you have certain likes and dislikes in how you learn. Learning style determines how you understand and interpret information, what kind of teacher you work with best, and what kinds of class activities you prefer.

After the lesson on learning styles in the video, the teacher gave the students a homework assignment. If you are like Tran, you need the teacher to give very specific directions for the assignment. You want to know how many people you should talk to and you want an example of exactly what the teacher expects. But if you're like Shaylee you are already developing your own ideas about the assignment. You are excited about the opportunity to be creative. Some students enjoy a project that is different from typical school work and uses skills besides reading and writing. If you're like Eddie, you are motivated by a project that lets you actively do something outside of class-like interview someone, build a model, or review a favorite television show.

You have certain ways of learning based on your style. There is no one right way to go about learning. By understanding your learning style you can be confident in your ability to learn and use your strengths and the strategies that work best for you.

extrovert
E

You like to talk to understand new information and ideas.

You like to work in groups.

You like to try something first and think about it later.

You like to see the results from a project.

You like to see examples of how other people are doing the work.

Style Strengths
E's learn best when they can study with a friend and learn by trying it themselves instead of just watching or listening to others. When they're having trouble they benefit by talking about their ideas with others.

Style Challenges
E's need to learn to take time to practice the skills they've already learned, to avoid distractions, and to learn how to work independently. They can benefit from practicing their listening skirts and taking their time rather than rushing through a project.

introvert
I

You like to study alone.

You like to listen to others talk and think about information privately.

You like to think about something first and try it later.

You like listening, observing, writing, and reading.

You like to take your time to complete assignments.

Style Strengths
I's learn best when they can find quiet places to study and have enough time to reflect on and polish their work, They like to make connections between school work and their personal interests.

Style Challenges
I's need to learn how to work with others, become more willing to share ideas with teachers and classmates, and work on staying focused during group activities. I's can benefit in school by trying to talk and communicate more with teachers and classmates.

sensing
S

You like clear goals.

You are careful and pay attention to details.

You like going step-by-step.

You have a good memory for facts.

You pay more attention to practical tasks and ideas.

Style Strengths
S's learn best when they can ask their teacher to explain exactly what is expected and focus on skills and assignments that are important in their lives. They like to use computers, watch films or find other ways to see, hear, and touch what they are learning.

Style Challenges
S's need to learn how to figure out how to do an assignment on their own, be more accepting of assignments that don't seem important or real to them, and ask for help from teachers who move too quickly, In school S's need to practice using their imagination and problem solving in new ways.

intuitive
N

You like reading and listening.

You like problems that require you to use your imagination.

You like variety.

You are more interested in big ideas than in little details.

You like starting on new projects better than finishing old ones.

Style Strengths
N's learn best when they can find ways to be imaginative and creative in school. They prefer to follow their inspiration and understand the big picture before they begin school tasks and projects.

Style Challenges
N's need to learn how to be more observant and realistic, be patient with teachers that go "too slow," and find a way of practicing routine skills. In school N's need to practice taking traditional forms of testing (like multiple choice and fill-in-the-blank tests), completing projects, and being more specific and concrete.

thinking
T

You want to be treated fairly.

You like teachers who are organized.

You want to feel a sense of achievement and skill.

You use clear thinking to figure out problems.

You like clear and logical directions.

Style Strengths
T's learn best when they schedule time to study and put information in a logical order that makes sense to them. They succeed when they can focus on what they already know in order to make connections to new information.

Style Challenges
T's need to find a way to be more comfortable when emotional issues come up in class and work with teachers who aren't organized. In school T's need to practice being more thoughtful toward other students when in pairs and doing group work, giving positive feedback to other students, and making decisions "with their hearts."

feeling
F

You like to have a friendly relationship with your teachers.

You learn by helping others.

You need to get along with other people.

You like to work with groups.

You like assignments that are meaningful to you.

Style Strengths
F's learn best when they can study with a friend, find opportunities to choose topics they care about, and help others.

Style Challenges
F's need to learn how to work alone on activities like worksheets and in computer labs, to take criticism, and to think logically instead of emotionally. In school F's need to practice worrying less about feelings and more about the project at hand, and accept that conflict in group work is a part of learning.

judging
J

You like to have a plan and stick to it.

You work in a steady, orderly way.

You like to finish projects.

You treat school as serious business.

You like to know exactly what is expected of you.

Style Strengths
J's learn best when they set short-term goals, make a study schedule and find out from the teacher exactly what is expected.

Style Challenges
J's need to learn how to accept unpredictable events, be more comfortable with open-ended situations, and make the most of classes that seem too unstructured. In school J's need to practice approaching problems from a more playful perspective, spend more time considering the process of learning and problem solving, and be more flexible.

perceiving
P

You are open to new experiences in learning.

You like to make choices.

You are flexible.

You work best when work is enjoyable.

You like to discover new information.

Style Strengths
P's learn best when they find new ways to do routine tasks to spark their interest and study to discover new information and ideas. They prefer being involved in projects that are open-ended and don't have firm deadlines.

Style Challenges
P's need to pay more attention to deadlines, accept learning situations that are structured and programmed, and participate in projects they have no choice in selecting. In school P's need to practice completing assignments, staying on task with projects, and being more aware of time when they have assignments due.