Learning Styles
It is well known that every student learns very different and even adults have different learning styles and techniques. An individual's learning style can also change over the years and sometimes it depends on the subject yet most of the time it will stay consistent across circumstances or at least your dominant learning style. It is important to try teaching and learning in different learning styles to learn which one fits you or your students best.
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The Different Learning Styles
The idea of different learning styles or various multiple intelligences, is a relatively new approach. At Educents, we are pleased that students, teachers and adult learners are discovering new ways to learn, explore and teach. It’s possible that your child prefers one, or multiple styles of learning. Try these learning activities in your homeschool curriculum and monitor which teaching styles help your child retain lessons confidently and quickly.
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Social Learning Styles
Social learners are also known as interpersonal learners. They learn best when working or relating with others. Social learners are often kiddos who thrive on playdates, hate to be alone or play alone, are always talking about others or finding ways to help or interact with others. Role-play or collaboration helps social learners to process information efficiently. When problem solving, social learners share ideas and like to “talk out” potential solutions. Ask social learners to explain their answer, and walk you through their journey to getting to it. In a homeschool setting, social learners can collaborate with their siblings or with other children in their co-op, church group, neighborhood friends, or family members.
Learning Activity: Ask your social learner to perform an interview. They can ask questions to learn more about an historical event, gather data for a math problem, or learn about a new career. They can interview you, a neighbor or friend, or even a local librarian! Learn socially by partnering up with another student. Another tip would be to have a child teach another child a concept.