Easy Ways To Determine Your Child’s Learning Style

If you ever wondered why your child isn’t learning the same way other kids (or your own kids) are, then it’s a good thing to be doing something about it. Obviously, not all kids learn the same way. Parents and educators have basically identified three main types of learning, which involves kinesthetic, visual, and auditory.

Kinesthetic learners. 

These are learners that focus on the physical aspect. You will know this if your child has the natural strength that allows him/her to extensively use the body for play or sports, and dance. These learners typically have a strong sense of balance, which allows them to learn best when doing things or touching things themselves.

For instance, this type of learner will likely use a lot of gestures or may count on fingers or clap songs while counting. Being early crawlers and walkers are signs as well.

Auditory learners. 

This type of learner learns best through sound. They may usually show a musical aptitude for singing or playing instruments. They are also good listeners and often show verbal strengths. And they can follow oral directions better as well.

If as a baby, your child perks up when conversations start, or you notice that the sound of the rain tends to fascinate him/her when other children don’t care, or your child better understand when reading books aloud, then you may have a child who learned best by listening.

Visual learners. 

Visual learners are naturally observant about their surroundings and are drawn to art. You can notice this type of learner when they look at paintings, linger over book illustrations, show interest in photographs, etc. Visual learners tend to love screens whether it’s television, computer, or movie, and they retain the information learned there.

Learners of this type also have good memories. If your child exhibits visual learning acuity, he or she may be especially skilled at remembering names, places, and people as well. This is how you will recognize a visual learner.

Where to go from here?

Start by making a list of your child’s behavior and see which learning style he or she leans to. Once you figured it out, you may start customizing the activities, camps, extracurricular trips, and even the school your child will study in.

Consider international schools

International schools aren’t just created for “foreign” students. They also serve as a high-standard educational institute. So how do they differ from typical institutions and educational system? The educational approach at an international school like GIIS Singapore, for instance, is unique. Rather than structuring the learning around a strict curriculum, their educators focus on trying to create learning experiences that prepare students to be happy, balanced, productive, and innovative citizen in an education system with holistic learning.

Knowing your child’s unique learning style allows him or her to develop a stronger grasp on studying. Take note that some child may also be comfortable with all learning styles. However, knowing if your child leans on any of the three types will inform you of your choices as you consider activities, camps, extracurricular trips, and even the school your child will study in.