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Different learning styles

Connecting to different learning styles motivates the participants. It is pleasant to learn 'in your own language'. You can find a lot of information about learning styles on the internet and in literature. Many theories have not been proven, but are widely used. Vermunt's theory is an exception! It does have a good theoretical foundation. Below you can read which 4 learning styles can be distinguished.

1. The reproductive style

The key question of this learning style is, "What should I learn?". For example, to pass the test. This participant likes to 'stamp' the material and is focused on the final test. People with this learning style make poor connections and have difficulty integrating the material.

Do's:

• Indicate clearly in advance what the participants need to learn, in broad lines and in details;
• Add components that are not just about reproducing knowledge/recognition;
• Indicate learning objectives per chapter, so that the participant knows what is most important.

2. The Meaningful Style

The key question of this learning style is, "Why do I have to learn this?". This participant learns from personal interest, wants to make connections and is often able to learn quickly.

Do's:

• Name the usefulness of the fabric! Why is it relevant to them?
• Use cases;
• Give (optional) floor;
• Give option for the participants to be 'critical', to ask questions to the teacher;

3. The application-oriented style

The key question of this learning style is, "What can I use this for? This participant focuses mainly on the application of the material, especially professionally oriented. The practical relevance is important, the participant needs concrete information and examples...

Do's:

• Show what the participants are going to use the substance for;
• Use cases;
• Add a lot of examples;
• Give concrete information;

4. The unfocused style

Whoever has this learning style doesn't ask himself that much. This participant does not know how to approach the material, is often rudderless and is also difficult to steer. Learning from this participant on his or her own is very difficult.

When writing the course, it is not necessary to take the 'unfocused style' into account. It is better to focus your attention on the motivated participants and stimulate them.

Want to learn more about learning styles? This website is not aimed at adult learning, but it does give a clear overview of the different portraits.

This website covers many different types of learning styles. If you want to broaden and deepen your knowledge, it is nice to take a look at them.

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