We’re all different, so it’s no
surprise that we all learn in different ways.
What’s important is how you learn. Just think about your everyday life and how you pick things up… Do
you like people to explain things to you or do you prefer people
to show you or do you prefer to try it for yourself.
Once you know your preference, you’ll find the learning style that’s best for you and get more out it. If you find some of the learning difficult, don’t worry, it may be that the teaching doesn’t match your style.
The solution is to stick at it because other parts of your studies will suit you. Or, have a word with the teacher - good ones will teach in a way that suits different types of learner.
Use some of the links below to help you decide what sort of learner you are. You’ll find it very revealing about yourself.
Useful Links
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Support 4 Learning: Learning Styles
A website which serves as a signpost to relevant organisations and resources in a number of key areas including links to information on different styles of learning.
Campaign for Learning: What Kind of Learner are You?
A campaign which aims to stimulate learning that will sustain people for life. This section of the website helps people identify their preferred style of learning.
Peter Honey
Publishes a range of resources for learning and development including an online questionnaire on learning styles (fee payable).
Learn Direct: What Sort of Decision Maker are You?
Impartial advice on courses and careers, including an online checklist to help you assess your decision making skills.
CHAMPS Learning Skills Programme
An online learning skills course with advice on learning techniques, how to learn faster and how to remember more. |
