Kinesthetic Learning Style: Kiesthetic Learning And Education
Kinesthetic Learning Style
Taylor R. Ashley
Grand Canyon University: NRS-429V
February 22, 2015
Learning is something that we all do each and every day. It is important to be aware of the type of learning that suits you the best so that you can retain the most information possible. Learning and education have always been a big piece of becoming an adult. As a child you must go to school full time and make decent grades in order to finish school. Learning hasn’t always been what it is now. Education used to be hours of lecture with a test at the end, whereas now education has so many different approaches such as presentations, group assignments, visual context and even games. All of these different approaches have come about …show more content…
He or she can only remember how to do something if they do it themselves. Natural senses are used such as smell and touch. Things like textures and patterns are also very important when working with this type of learner. They must move around and put their hands on the project. It is very difficult for this type of learner to sit in class and read a textbook to learn. There is almost a guarantee that nothing will be retained this way. The more senses and muscles that are used during learning help increase the amount of information that is remembered (Nelson, 2013). Another important aspect to kinesthetic learning is using trial and error. Trial and error helps the student receive immediate feedback on what they did …show more content…
It is important to incorporate all four learning styles to prevent boredom and keep the attention of the class. It is not recommended that all four styles be used in one lecture as it can confuse the learners. Using variety over several different sessions is ideal (VARK, 2015). Developing a education plan that can suit all the students need is nearly impossible but the instructor can make themselves aviliable to the students if there is any issues or trouble understanding. “Educators now recognize that students bring to the classroom different learning styles, intelligence preferences, and interest, and the most effective teachers incorporate these factors into their instructional plan (Powell, 2011)”. Educators hold the keys to student success, and have such a large impact on each
Taylor R. Ashley
Grand Canyon University: NRS-429V
February 22, 2015
Learning is something that we all do each and every day. It is important to be aware of the type of learning that suits you the best so that you can retain the most information possible. Learning and education have always been a big piece of becoming an adult. As a child you must go to school full time and make decent grades in order to finish school. Learning hasn’t always been what it is now. Education used to be hours of lecture with a test at the end, whereas now education has so many different approaches such as presentations, group assignments, visual context and even games. All of these different approaches have come about …show more content…
He or she can only remember how to do something if they do it themselves. Natural senses are used such as smell and touch. Things like textures and patterns are also very important when working with this type of learner. They must move around and put their hands on the project. It is very difficult for this type of learner to sit in class and read a textbook to learn. There is almost a guarantee that nothing will be retained this way. The more senses and muscles that are used during learning help increase the amount of information that is remembered (Nelson, 2013). Another important aspect to kinesthetic learning is using trial and error. Trial and error helps the student receive immediate feedback on what they did …show more content…
It is important to incorporate all four learning styles to prevent boredom and keep the attention of the class. It is not recommended that all four styles be used in one lecture as it can confuse the learners. Using variety over several different sessions is ideal (VARK, 2015). Developing a education plan that can suit all the students need is nearly impossible but the instructor can make themselves aviliable to the students if there is any issues or trouble understanding. “Educators now recognize that students bring to the classroom different learning styles, intelligence preferences, and interest, and the most effective teachers incorporate these factors into their instructional plan (Powell, 2011)”. Educators hold the keys to student success, and have such a large impact on each