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People approach learning in different ways – we each have a way of learning which best suits our personalities and socio-cultural backgrounds. The term ‘learning style’ however covers a wide range of approaches, models, theories and methods which are outside the scope of this workshop.
In this workshop the VAK model (visual, auditory, kinaesthetic) is dealt with.
In this workshop we explore how this model provides a framework for helping teachers to take learner differences into consideration when planning classroom tasks and activities.
An appreciation of learning styles will help to ensure that teachers include a range of activities and vary techniques in their lessons to ensure all learners are engaged and catered for.
In this workshop they explore how classroom tasks and activities can be adapted to incorporate different learning styles.
Audience
- minimum B1 level
- primary
- secondary
- tertiary
- adults
Time
This teacher training workshop would take approximately 90 minutes to run.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this workshop participants will be able to:
- describe visual, auditory and kinaesthetic learning styles
- identify their own learning styles
- consider techniques for identifying their learners’ learning styles.
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I believe it is very knowlegable and pratical to classroom practice. On the human level, it is very rich.
In a recent class room session in India, I tried to elicit from participants what they have found out about themselves from doing a quiz about their favorite topics - or favorite fun activities. Participants were professional college graduates - individuals that act big about their English but can't write even one correct sentence or a clear email - and we are confident that only way to make their English better is to seduce them to learn.
The answers were in line with our own prediction They were game for love stories, romantic movies, games (especially cricket) etc.
During our program, most of our participants realized that they learn better when English is explained in through their favorite topics. When we introduced certain English programs specifically developed in that line, they got surprised that their learning speed is phenomenal. We generally use programs like Smart English through success secrets, smart English through Love& Romance, Smart English through Technology & Science, Smart English through Cricket, etc.
Especially from Indian or South-Asian perspective, I'm sure that it is imperative to seduce learner to come to the English programs. Content should be able to maintain interest and momentum. It should motivate the learner to come to the program the next day. It could be achieved only by content-based instruction, passion-based learning, theme-based learning or whatever other name we call them.
Hi AbhayaJoshi
There is certainly plenty of research to back up what you have outlined above about increased motivation and the speed with which a person learns when they are motivated by the subject (funnily enough I was reading something by Tim Ferriss about this just the other day), but it's lovely to hear a 'real story' from a real person! :-)
Good to read this useful and interesting workshop on ‘learning styles’, as well as the comments on how these may affect students’ learning and motivation.
This is one of my favourite learning areas as a teacher as I believe it not only increases awareness of how we all learn in different ways, but also helps demystify what may sometimes come across as a complex area, since most teachers use a variety of learning styles, often unconsciously, anyway.
I have found that some knowledge in this area has helped me understand my preferred learning and teaching styles, as well as hopefully learn to see the world a little better through students’ eyes with the aim of making the learning process a more student-friendly and enriching experience. Useful for students to have an awareness of ‘learning styles’ too for the same reasons.
Thank you
Lauren
Hi,Dear colleagues
really interesting comments on "learning styles".
I conducted a workshop on learning styles last year and I'm going to do it next week with another group of teachers in the region.So sure not only the materials from the site,also your comments will be very helpful . I am going to share them with the teachers as I find them very useful .
Thank you very much.
Tarana
Baku
I am very much interested in learning styles. Could you share a draft of your workshop?
I am very happy to be a member of teaching English website which will excel my ability to teach the language in the class in an effective way. Please i want some learning styles in this page...
Recently I've learnt some learning styles from TKT classes at British Council, Bangladesh. I need more learning styles here. Could you share a draft of your workshop?
I am an English teacher trainer from Yemen. After I read this, I am going to cascade it directly to my colleagues. I find it useful. Thanks British Council and special thanks to my friend Najeeb Maqrami for his efforts in the field of improving teaching English in Yemen.