WHY LEARNING STYLES?

Lisa Kimbrell & Lesa May

Professional School Counselors

Barret Traditional Middle School

WHY LEARNING STYLES?• In keeping with the

ASCA National Model to provide leadership, advocacy, collaboration

and systemic change

WHY LEARNING STYLES?

• In keeping with the vision and mission of JCPS

JCPS VISION

What we intend to create.

~All JCPS students graduate prepared to reach their full potential and contribute to

our society throughout life.

MISSION Why the organization exists. What functions

it performs, and for whom it performs.~To provide relevant, comprehensive, quality instruction in order to educate,

prepare, and inspire our students to learn.

VALUES Deeply held driving forces for action and

conduct

~Our students are cared for and treated as if they are our own.

~Children learn differently.

VALUES Deeply held driving forces for action and

conduct

~The differences of each are assets of the whole.

~Talents and resources are used wisely to benefit students.

FOCUS AREASWhere we are putting our attention.

~Increased Learning

~Stakeholder involvement and engagement

GOALS

For each focus area:

~Every student progresses in his or her learning and meets or exceeds proficiency in all subjects.

~Parents, community, and partners enrich students’ educational experiences and support their success.

WHY LEARNING STYLES?

• Recognizing strengths of each individual• Maximizing instructional time

• Increasing new knowledge acquisition skills• Increasing long-term comprehension:

LEARNING

LEARNING STYLES:For the Adults

• Assist you in building relationships by identifying dominant characteristics that drive others’ attitudes and actions

LEARNING STYLES

• Work from Harvey Silver & the late Richard Strong

• Thoughtful Education• http://

www.thoughtfulclassroom.com/index.php?act=aboutus

LEARNING STYLES

LEARNING STYLES:For the Classroom

• Allows you to assist your teachers in differentiating instruction using research based data for each student.

BASIC STUDY SKILLS

LOGICAL STEPS

TO

ACADEMIC SUCCESS

LEARNING STYLES:PREASSESSMENT

What is your

primary learning style?

What study method(s)

best suit your learning style?

Should you study in the same place each

time you study?

How many test taking strategies can

you name?

VISUAL LEARNERS

• Use color coding

• Use checklists

• Use notes, charts, graphs, maps, or other visual aids

• Use highlighters

• Use visual imaging

• READ! READ! READ

AUDITORY LEARNERS• Use books on

tape

• WITH PERMISSION use tape recorders

• Use “chants”

• Use mnemonic devices

• Read aloud

• Use pair & share or quiz with partner

TACTILE/KINESTHETHIC LEARNERS

Exercise as you study

Trace text with a special highlighter as you read

Use flashcards

Use tracing

Use models, computers, or other assistive technology

Use a stress ball

TEST TAKING STRATEGIES

Know the test format

Know the test standards

Know the test time limits

Read all parts of every question

Use a “fall-back” letter for multiple choice tests

Use LOGICAL guessing strategies

TEST TAKING STRATEGIES

Study for tests in chunks over time

Prepare possible questions that may be on the test and answer those

Make notes of reading material covered on a test

Check your notes, ideas, and concepts with a successful peer

TEST TAKING STRATEGIES

Attend study sessions and tutorials

Seek out instructor for extra help

POST ASSESSMENTWhat is your primary learning style?

What study method(s) best suit your learning style?

Should you study in the same location each time you study?

How many specific test taking strategies can you name?

QUESTIONS ???LISA KIMBRELL LESA MAY

PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELOR

502-893-1922 GUIDANCE OFFICE

502-485-8207 BARRET TMS MAIN OFFICE

lisa.kimbrell@jefferson.kyschools.us

PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELOR

502-893-1922 GUIDANCE OFFICE

502-485-8207 BARRET TMS MAIN OFFICE

lesa.may@jefferson.kyschools.us