A Kinesthetic Learner
Learns Best By:
Doing, hands-on approach (manipulation, objects, simulations, live
events)
Physical involvement in learning
Field trips to gain knowledge
Small group discussion (2-3 in a group)
THE KINESTHETIC LEARNER LEARNS BEST BY DOING.
Study in short blocks of time rather than extended periods.
Take frequent breaks when studying.
Change locations each time you take a break to help stretch your legs
and give you a chance to move about when studying.
Have as many experimental learning opportunities as possible, such as
lab and studio courses, as opposed to straight lecture classes - if you have a choice.
Consider building models or giving demonstrations to the class as
opposed to more traditional written reports or term projects.
When writing, jot down words whose spelling you're unsure of, to see
if it "looks" correct.
Utilize study groups.
Role play/simulation
Engage in field trips.
Use memory techniques requiring movement - hand gestures.
Engage in body demonstrations where a motion means a concept.
Use flash cards.
Make colored strips of paper that represent different concepts - link
those papers together.
FACTS ABOUT THE KINESTHETIC
LEARNER
Is A Natural At:
Sports, dance
Adventure, competition, challenge
Running, jumping, leaping, rolling,swimming
Action using large motor muscles
Studying/Reading Characteristics:
Reads "how-to" books, such as carpentry
Reads action-oriented books and plays
Reads books, plays, articles that are brief
Studies for short periods interspersed with moving around
Lays on floor or bed to study
Difficulties in School:
Having good interpersonal skills
Having legible cursive handwriting - better with printing or
keyboarding
Sitting still; tend to fidget and need to move
Listening to lectures more than four minutes
Spelling
Communicating without getting physically close to another person
Recalling what is seen or heard - better at recalling what is done
Expressing emotions without physical movement and gestures
Sticking with one activity for a long period of time - best to enroll
in courses that meet in one-hour blocks.
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Cajon, California 92019 