Some of you may be nervous
about learning because you think you will find it difficult. Well,
there is no such thing as a poor learner.
We all learn in different ways. The important thing is to recognise
how you like to learn. You’ll find learning quicker, easier and more enjoyable if it suits your style. For example:
- are you a doer – someone who is keen to try out new experiences, acting first and thinking afterwards?
- are you an observer – gathering information, listening to views and weighing everything up before you act?
- are you a thinker – with a neat and tidy mind, who goes through things step by step, in logical fashion?
- are you a down-to-earther – a sensible, practical sort who needs to understand the point of any learning?
You’ll probably be a mix of more than one learning style. Why not work out what your own combination is. Try the links below or go to Your Way of Learning for help.
Useful Links
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Support 4 Learning
A website which serves as a signpost to relevant organisations and resources in a number of key areas including advice on how to choose, finance and support your education, training, career planning and job search.
Campaign for Learning
A campaign which aims to stimulate learning that will sustain people for life. It helps create opportunities and provides support for learning in families and communities, workplaces and schools.
Peter Honey
Publishes a range of resources for learning and development including online questionnaires, booklets for learners and manuals for trainers.
Learn Direct Advice
Aims to win over new learners and inspire existing learners to develop their skills further. The advice centre offers impartial advice on courses, careers, funding and childcare.
BBC Learning: Type of Thinker
A quiz to help you determine what type of thinker you are. |
