What Is Your Learning Style?

Have you ever wondered what your learning style may be? Knowing that I am a kinesthetic and reading/writing learner has helped me find study techniques that work best for my brain. Keep on reading to see how you relate to the four most common learning styles!

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1. Visual Learning

Visual learners absorb information, concepts, and ideas best through seeing them represented as a visual. They thrive on learning through visuals such as charts, diagrams, images, and videos. In addition, they often have strong visualization skills with the ability to form images in their mind. It can be more difficult for them to understand and remember information solely through the spoken word. Therefore, lectures with visual presentations can be a big help for these learners. 

2. Auditory Learning

Auditory learners learn best by listening to information rather than just reading or seeing something. For example, they would prefer listening to someone explain a concept rather than reading a textbook or trying to figure it out on their own. When studying, it can be helpful for auditory learners to explain concepts or information out-loud because they are more likely to recall a conversation over an image or words on a page.

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3. Kinesthetic Learning

Kinesthetic learners thrive on hands-on projects and activities. They learn best by doing rather than listening or watching someone else demonstrate. Trying things out for themselves can help them remember information better. It also may be hard for them to sit for long periods of time which makes a movement-based study break really helpful for them. Sometimes, just being physically engaged while learning, such as having something to fidget with or tossing a ball, can help them retain information better.

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4. Learning Through Reading/Writing

As reflected in the name, these learners thrive on the written word. They absorb information best by reading texts or seeing written words in a presentation, and they can further retain the information by engaging in it through writing. These learners typically take in-depth notes during class. For studying, reading and annotating the textbook plus creating flashcards can work well. 

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These are just four of the core types of learning styles. You could be a variation of these or something even more specific such as logical, social, solitary, and verbal learners. Everyone is unique, and there are so many different ways people learn. Understanding how your brain works can help you find what works best for your learning and studying skills.

Want to take some quizzes to help you figure out your learning style? Check these out:

https://www.learningstylequiz.com/

https://vark-learn.com/the-vark-questionnaire/

Works Cited:

https://www.rasmussen.edu/student-experience/college-life/most-common-types-of-learners/