Learning Styles

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. 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.