Designing A Learning Style Test Based On Felder 's Ideology

This student’s preferred learning strategy compared to the learning strategy provided by V.A.R.K. is almost identical. The learning strategies that have been used throughout her education have always netted good results, which is evident by her grades. In the past other students have commented about her learning style and the amount of time spent on note taking, outlines, and writing out note cards, but she has perfected this process for her learning style.

We all learn in diverse ways, inclined by the combination of our past educational experiences, study practices and personal approach to particular tasks. This can be designated as our learning style, defined as ‘particular ways of gathering, processing and storing information and experiences’ (Cuthbert, P.F., 2005).

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

Over the 8 weeks in this class, I was able to learn in full detail unique techniques about the different learning theories. Since every individual learns differently, it is important to gain a understanding on all the different types of learning styles and struggles so that the learning environment can run as smoothly as possible and better insure academic success.

In this chapter I discovered many new things about myself, it has been very benifical to have taken the tests in this chapter and learn how to better study and learn. I thourougly loved this chapter because of the things I have discovered and learned. This chapter was very helpful and relevant for every day life and practical. In the first test, I learned that I am a visual and interpersonal learner. I plan to use this information to the fullest by studying taking notes and using colored pencils and highlighters. Utilizing charts, graphs and timelines is also a great resource. Vizulaization is key in this learning style. But also, to study in groups and discuss this information with people. It is highly

Through my work and life learning experiences, I have come to depend on my ability to adjust my learning style to that that best applies to the task. Some people don’t predominately fit into any one learning style but learn in multiple ways (Katharine Hanse, Ph.D.). Sometimes this happens distinctively, and at other times I have to step back and rethink my strategies.

Personal learning styles are highly complex and unique to specific individuals. It is often difficult to pinpoint an exact learning style. Though there are different categories, we often fine tune them to our own abilities. By examining our traits and tendencies we create a clearer understanding of how we process and learn information. With careful review, I have developed a specific analysis of my learning characteristics, including an evaluation of skill levels. Based on what I have recently learned and know from experience, I have also devised a structured plan for improvement of time management and study skills.

In order to apply the results that Felder and Soloman found, a person has to first take a quiz to figure out there preferable learning styles. Once completed, they can compare their results with those of the study and attempt to relate the information in the article to their own learning techniques. In my case, the results from the exam revealed that I am an active, sensing, verbal and sequential learner. Being an active learner

For me, my personal leaning style is visual learning. I learn through the observation of diagrams, pictures and handouts etc. I like to highlight, underline the important points, use colour, use mind maps and I think of images and visuals to process information and prefer written assessments over verbal assessments. By knowing and understanding my personal learning style, this assists me when I am identifying, evaluating and selecting development opportunities and taking advantage of new learning opportunities that I will come across and will help in adapting to a new situation and new opportunity that may not be an advantage for my personal learning style but an opportunity to take that I would be willing to become competent in and adapt my

This is an area that I will be more intentional to support my students’ learning. The work of A. Jean Ayres, is credited with the development of sensory integration (Kanics, 2010). Per Ayers’ theory on sensory integration, sensory processing refers to taking in information through the senses (Thompson & Raisor, 2013). Through sensory play, a young child makes sense of, and masters his or her world (Kanics, 2010).

Each person has their very own individuality, while many people share certain characteristics, there are no two people who are the exact replica of one another. Aside from the obvious difference in DNA, we differentiate ourselves from everyone else based on many aspects; one of those aspects being our capability to learn or rather our “Learning Style”. It is believed that by completing a few simple tests we can determine our best method of learning and comprehending the information we require our brains to soak up. In this essay I will discuss my personal results from the three exams that were required to be completed in order to determine my learning style. I will individualize each test that was completed and discuss my results, explain which

By taking advantage of my learning style i can determine how happy and motivated and comfortable i am when entering a new learning zone.

Welty's vibrant diction conjures up powerful images of the meaning of "sensory education" with phrases such as "full moon in the visible sky stops being chalky and begins to take on light" and "it had the roundness of a Concord grape". By sensory education, Welty refers to the way people, especially children, learn about the world surrounding them by using all the senses available to them, their whole being. This kind of learning brings a more complete and intimate understanding of a word or subject to the student. Rather than just knowing a definition by reading from a book, the student goes out into the world and experiences something related to the word for himself. Welty, for example, uses sensory education while drawing daffodils for her

Honey and Mumford developed a very famous learning styles, and there are four learning styles, they are activist, theorist, pragmatist, and reflector (Mumford, 1991). After answering 80 questions in the questionnaire, I found I am a reflector. Richard (2003) indicated that reflector means a person prefer to learn things alone and mostly reflector tends to watch from the sidelines, view things from many other aspects, and collect a large amount of information then to observe and analyze them and draw a conclusion at last. Therefore, studying alone is a better way for me compared with studying in a group, for the reason that I need more time when I draw a conclusion and this can be more accurate than roughly conclude.

Since I was young, I have been learning new things. These lessons were formal as found in academic studies, and I had jobs, through those jobs I had additional training, personal learning, and in the pursuit of my own interest and hobbies. Despite on where or how I got knowledge, how we approach learning is very different to each individual based on learning styles. As very different individuals we all learn differently. Some people learn by actually touching the subject, some by hearing, and some seeing. Through this paper I will talk about my personal reflection of my learning style. Through the essay I will talk about my strength and my weaknesses and talk about some opportunities