Some of us have different ways to learn at our best. There are several people who learn better by recording, discussing, or storytelling, there are also some people who learn at their best when the drawings or pictures included, making mind maps, colourful notes or even diagrams, and the rest of us learn by act things out, using movements when learning something. These differences are categorized into auditory learners, visual learners, and kinesthetic learners (Sumner, 2014). This post will explain a bit about these types of learners, especially using visualization for more comprehension to a text. The three categorized learners above are explained in VAK or modality theory. As stated in Nwlink, VAK or modality theory claimed one or two of these receiving styles is normally dominant. This dominant style defines the best way for a person to learn new information by filtering what is to be learned. First, auditory learners. Auditory learners often talk to themselves. They also may move their lips and read out loud. They may have difficulty with reading and writing tasks. They often do better talking to a colleague or a tape recorder and hearing what was said (Nwlink). Strengths of the auditory learners (Roell, 2016):
Second, visual learners. Visual learners have two sub-channels—linguistic and spatial. Learners who are visual-linguistic like to learn through written language, such as reading and writing tasks. They remember what has been written down, even if they do not read it more than once. They like to write down directions and pay better attention to lectures if they watch them. Learners who are visual-spatial usually have difficulty with the written language and do better with charts, demonstrations, videos, and other visual materials. They easily visualize faces and places by using their imagination and seldom get lost in new surroundings (Nwlink). Strengths of the visual learner (Roell, 2016):
The last, kinesthetic learners. Kinesthetic learners do best while touching and moving. It also has two sub-channels: kinesthetic (movement) and tactile (touch). They tend to lose concentration if there is little or no external stimulation or movement. When listening to lectures they may want to take notes for the sake of moving their hands. When reading, they like to scan the material first, and then focus in on the details (get the big picture first). They typically use color high lighters and take notes by drawing pictures, diagrams, or doodling (Nwlink). Strengths of the kinesthetic learner (Roell, 2016):
Now, let's right to the main topic about using visualization itself as the method to enhance our understanding of a text! For you who's spatial visual learners and kinesthetic learners, it will be one of the best halt of information. Types of Textbook Visuals The type of visual an author uses is determined by the author's purpose for writing the text and by the content of the text. The most common types of visuals found in textbooks include:
Creating your Own Visuals
Selecting the Right Visuals SOURCES:
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