We each learn our own way.
Learning styles

Most people have a preference for one or more learning styles, download the Free Learning Style Survey to find yours.

Auditory: Tell Me

People with a strength for auditory learning tend to remember information they hear and discuss. About 30% of the population prefers learning with an auditory style.

Strategies that tap into the strengths of auditory learners:

  • Use recordings of material to be learned
  • Participate in discussions or discussion groups
  • Have questions read out loud
  • Receive verbal instructions
  • Read written information out loud
Visual: Show Me

People with a strength for visual learning tend to process information by visualizing and seeing it. About 65% of the population prefers to learn visually.
 

Strategies that tap into the strengths of visual learners:

  • Use color to organize
  • Receive written instructions and lists
  • Look at graphics like film, flow charts, or diagrams
  • Use visualization when memorizing information
  • Take detailed notes
  • Draw graphics
Kinesthetic: Let Me

People with a strength for kinesthetic learning process information best by doing and moving. They prefer hands-on activities. About 5% of the population favors a kinesthetic style.

Strategies that tap into the strengths of kinesthetic learners:

  • Experience things using models or hands on lab work
  • Take breaks for movement
  • Use the sense of touch
  • Type information to reinforce it
  • Walk or exercise while learning
  • Take part in role-playing