Not everyone learns at the same speed or assimilates information in the same manner. Theoretic knowledge or a skill learned quickly by one individual may be difficult for another. Learning styles vary among individuals and are influenced by internal and external forces. Examples of learning style influences are listed in
BOX 1.2. Learning styles were described in the early 1990s by Howard Gardner at Harvard University.Understanding the differences in individual learners is the first step to imparting knowledge and skill. Seven learning skills identified by Gardner are summarized as follows:
1.)
VISUAL-SPATIAL. Very environmentally aware; learns well by observation, puzzles, graphics and modeling.
2.)
BODILY KINESTHETIC. Keen sense of motion and hands-on sense; communicates well by physical practice.
3.)
MUSICAL. Learns well by listening and use of multimedia; frequently learns better with music in the background.
4.)
INTERPERSONAL. Group dynamics and study sessions work well.
5.)
INTRAPERSONAL. Learns well through self-study and independence; highly self-motivated and disciplined.
6.)
LINGUISTIC. Very good with language and auditory skill; learns effectively through lectures and explanation.
7.)
LOGICAL MATHEMATICAL. Prefers to investigate and solve problems; conceptual thinking precedes detailing with these learners.
BOX 1.2
LEARNING STYLE INFLUENCES
-Intelligence
-Cultural and ethnic background
-Educational Preparation
-Motivation to learn
-Concentration and distractibility
-Personal characteristics
-Psychologic strengths or deficiences
-Social skills, including communication skills
-Manual dexterity
-Physical senses
-Physical Health
-Perceptual preferences and sensory partiality (e.g., visual vs. auditory)
-Environment
Characteristics of the Adult learner as compared with the child learner
Adult (Andragogy)
-is self-directed
-uses activities that follow transitions of maturity
-uses intrinstic thought process
-uses problem-solving approach
-values self-esteem
Child (Pedagogy)
- is task-oriented
- uses activities that follow stages of development
- uses extrinsic thought process
- uses trial-and-error approach
-values self-esteem
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Originally Posted by chL0e
Visual, Interpersonal and logical, pwede na?
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