Learning Characteristics

For Visual, Auditory, and Kinesthetic Learners

Visual Learners’ Characteristics Information in pictures, outlines, charts,

or diagrams is easily rememberLook up often and to the leftCan often see invisible information

written or drawnVisual spatial skills, I.e. sizes, shapes,

depth, and dimensions are strong

Visual Learners’ CharacteristicsOften pay close attention to body

languageHave keen awareness of aesthetics,

visual media, art, and physical environment

Strategies for Visual LearnersVisualize and make movies in your mind

as you read or studyConvert information into visual study

toolsAdd pictures to visual tools whenever

possibleUse a variety of colors in study tools

Strategies of Visual LearnersCopy, write, and rewrite information so

you can see it in your own handwritingUse instructors non-verbal cuesAlways 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 LearnersTalk out-loud and recite regularlyTape informationAdd rhythms or tunes to your learningLearn to use computer technology

Kinesthetic Learners’ CharacteristicsOften cannot sit stillOften labeled as hyperactive childrenLearn through movementUsually do well as performers, athletes,

or dancersWell coordinated and have a strong

sense of timing and body movements

Kinesthetic Learners’ CharacteristicsWork well with your handsOften good at repairing, sculpting, art or

working with tools

Strategies of Kinesthetic LearnersUse your hands and fine motor skillsUse exaggerated movement for

emphasis and expressionType or use a word processorPlace as you studyMake larger sized study tools

Strategies of Kinesthetic LearnersLearning by doingUse drama or dance for emphasis or

expression