It depends on how each individual student learns best. For some they benefit from having things explained to them (audio learners); others prefer reading and examining what it is they need to learn (visual learners), while for others they need to actually participate in something for the knowledge to become entrenched in their minds.
This type of learning is called kinaesthetic or tactile learning. This type of learner will struggle to comprehend what is being taught if they are expected to just to listen and watch; instead understanding is achieved when they realise the mechanics of something. This kind of learner can very often focus on two things at once, so, for example, they can listen to music and not be distracted while they are studying. Often they have to move around in order to absorb information. These extra activities that occur during the learning or training period are useful aids to memory when it comes to remembering what they have learned because they can go back in their mind, remember what they were doing when they learned it and remember, through association, what it was they learned.
This method of learning would be totally alien to a visual learner who would be distracted by outside noises and constant moving around; instead, they appreciate a quiet study area where they can focus on what it is they need to learn.
Many people identify themselves as kinaesthetic learners but studies have shown that in reality, only about five per cent of the population really are; others may have had bad learning experiences or have not had their learning techniques properly assessed.
Many educators are trying to incorporate different teaching strategies into their methods so that all learners can be catered for
This type of learning is called kinaesthetic or tactile learning. This type of learner will struggle to comprehend what is being taught if they are expected to just to listen and watch; instead understanding is achieved when they realise the mechanics of something. This kind of learner can very often focus on two things at once, so, for example, they can listen to music and not be distracted while they are studying. Often they have to move around in order to absorb information. These extra activities that occur during the learning or training period are useful aids to memory when it comes to remembering what they have learned because they can go back in their mind, remember what they were doing when they learned it and remember, through association, what it was they learned.
This method of learning would be totally alien to a visual learner who would be distracted by outside noises and constant moving around; instead, they appreciate a quiet study area where they can focus on what it is they need to learn.
Many people identify themselves as kinaesthetic learners but studies have shown that in reality, only about five per cent of the population really are; others may have had bad learning experiences or have not had their learning techniques properly assessed.
Many educators are trying to incorporate different teaching strategies into their methods so that all learners can be catered for
