Learning Characteristics

For Visual, Auditory, and

Kinesthetic Learners
Visual Learners’
Characteristics
 Information in pictures, outlines, charts,
or diagrams is easily remember
 Look up often and to the left
 Can often see invisible information
written or drawn
 Visual spatial skills, I.e. sizes, shapes,
depth, and dimensions are strong
Visual Learners’
Characteristics
 Often pay close attention to body
language
 Have keen awareness of aesthetics,
visual media, art, and physical
environment
Strategies for Visual Learners
 Visualize and make movies in your mind
as you read or study
 Convert information into visual study
tools
 Add pictures to visual tools whenever
possible
 Use a variety of colors in study tools
Strategies of Visual Learners
 Copy, write, and rewrite information so
you can see it in your own handwriting
 Use instructors non-verbal cues
 Always write down important
information
Auditory Learners’
Characteristics
 Can accurately remember details of
conversations or lectures
 Have strong language skills, a well-developed
vocabulary
 Strong oral communication skills
 May find foreign languages relatively easy
 Often have musical talents: hear tones, notes,
and rhythms
Strategies of Auditory
Learners
 Talkout-loud and recite regularly
 Tape information
 Add rhythms or tunes to your learning
 Learn to use computer technology
Kinesthetic Learners’
Characteristics
 Often cannot sit still
 Often labeled as hyperactive children
 Learn through movement
 Usually do well as performers, athletes,
or dancers
 Well coordinated and have a strong
sense of timing and body movements
Kinesthetic Learners’
Characteristics
 Work well with your hands
 Often good at repairing, sculpting, art or
working with tools
Strategies of Kinesthetic
Learners
 Use your hands and fine motor skills
 Use exaggerated movement for
emphasis and expression
 Type or use a word processor
 Place as you study
 Make larger sized study tools
Strategies of Kinesthetic
Learners
 Learning by doing
 Use drama or dance for emphasis or
expression