Day 1 “The visual learner”

The visual learner:

- Is good at spelling but forgets names- Needs quiet study time- Has to think awhile before understanding a

lecture- Is good at spelling- Likes colors and fashion- Dreams in color- Understands/likes charts- Is good with sign language

Learning suggestions for visual learners:

• Make graphic organizers• Take notes/make lists• Color code words• Use flashcards for studying• Use highlighters, circle words, and underline

Best and worst test type for visual learners:

• Diagramming, reading maps, essays, showing a process

• Worst test type

– Listen and respond tests

Assignment:

• Complete graphic organizer on information given to you by your teacher (Use color)

Auditory learners:• Likes to read to self out loud• Is not afraid to speak out in class• Likes oral reports• Is good at explaining• Remembers names• Loves music• Follows spoken directions well• Enjoys acting• Enjoys study groups

Auditory learners can learn best by:

• Using word association to remember facts• Recording lectures• Watching video• Repeating facts with eyes closed• Participating in group discussionsTIP: Study with a partner and underline key

words or phrases in eye arresting colors

Best and worst test type:

Best-good at writing responses to lectures they have

heard and oral exams

Worst- Reading passages and writing about them

Day 2 Assignment:

• Get passage from your teacher, and underline key items that you think are important in color.

Tactile learners:

• Can’t sit still for long• Studies with loud music on• Is not great at spelling• Builds models• Is fidgety during lectures• Likes role playing

Tactile learners learn best by:

• Studying in short blocks• Studying with others• Using flash cards to memorize

Best and worst test types:

• worst- long tests and essays

• best- short definitions, fill-ins, multiple choice

Assignment

• Make flashcards (with index cards) on key words in the passage given to you by your teacher. Use color.