Self Managing School Work using our learning styles

SEL Standards & Skills Self Management: develop self management competencies to monitor & achieve behaviors related to school & life success SEL Skill: Self-Management of Schoolwork Being prepared for tests Staying focused in class even when there are distractions

Did you know…. to learn, we depend on our senses to process the information around us? We all have our own learning styles using one or more of these senses

Today, we are going to figure out our learning styles! Take out a piece of paper & writing utensil so you can take the learning style assessment. Only pick one answer for each questions. If you are torn between 2 answers pick the one that fits best for you. Ready…

Q1: Which of these do you do when you listen to music? Daydream (see things that go with music) Hum along Move with the music, tap your foot, etc.

Q2: When you read for fun do you prefer A travel book with a lot of pictures in it A mystery book with a lot of conversation in it A book where you answer questions and solve problems

Q3: To learn how a computer works would you rather Watch a movie about it Listen to someone explain it Take the computer apart & try to figure it out for yourself

Q4: You have just entered a science museum, what will you do first? Look around & find a map showing the locations of the various exhibits Talk to a museum guide & ask about the exhibits Go into the first exhibit that looks interesting & read directions later

Q5: What kind of restaurant would you NOT want to go to One with the lights too bright One with the music too loud One with uncomfortable chairs

Q6: Would you rather go to An art class A music class An exercise class

Q7: If you were at a party, what would you be most likely to remember the next day? The faces of the people there, but not the names The names but not the faces The things you did & said while you were there

Q8: What is most distracting for you when you are trying to concentrate? Visual distractions (lots of pictures on wall) Noises Other things like hunger, tight shoes, worry

Q9: What are you most likely to do when you are angry? Scowl (make an angry face) Shout or blow up Stomp off and slam doors

Q10: What are you most likely to do when standing in a long line at the movies? Look at posters advertising other movies Talk to the person next to you Tap your foot or move around in some other way

What kind of learner are you? Tally up the number of answers you marked a, b, & c Mostly A’s: visual Mostly B’s: auditory Mostly C’s: kinesthetic

Learning styles are not one size fits all Some of you may find that you identify with more than 1 learning style & that is okay! Here is some info about each style & study tips you can use to help you dominate your school work

Visual Learners: Learn by seeing & looking Take numerous detailed notes Tend to sit in the front Usually neat and clean Often close their eyes to visualize or remember something Find something to watch if they are bored Like to see what they are learning Benefit from illustrations and presentations that use color Are attracted to written or spoken language rich in imagery

Visual Leaners Study Tips Take thorough notes in class or while reading Replace words with symbols, pictures, or initials Highlight your notes & color code them Consistently highlighting certain types of facts in predefined colors will help Visual Learners sort out where facts sit in their heads Use post it notes, notebooks, flashcards

Auditory Learners: Learn by hearing & listening Sit where they can hear but don’t need to pay attention to what is happening in front Hum or talk to themselves or others when bored Acquire knowledge by reading aloud Remember by verbalizing lessons to themselves https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8YolsnHbFc

Auditory Leaners Study Tips Study in a quiet space Use mnemonics, rhymes, jingles, and auditory repetition to memorize things When going over your notes, read them out loud Study with a partner or group Ask questions in class & participate in discussions

Kinesthetic Learners: Learn by touching & doing Need to be active and take frequent breaks Speak with their hands and with gestures Remember what was done, but have difficulty recalling what was said or seen Find reasons to tinker or move when bored Sit near the door or someplace else where they can easily get up and move around Communicate by touching and appreciate physically expressed encouragement, such as a pat on the back

Kinesthetic Leaners Study Tips Use flashcards Writing down the info & flipping the cards helps you remember info Chew gum (if you are in a place where this is allowed) Study standing up instead of sitting down Keep your hands busy For example, trace words and re-write sentences to learn key facts. Typing your notes and using the computer is another great way to reinforce learning through sense of touch.

Now that you know your learning style & study tips