Unit 3: Learning Styles

SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION TO LEARNING STYLES
A. Pig Psychological Test Core Icebreaker 10 min
B. Preferred learning environment Core Reflection, discussion 10 min
C. Different ways of learning Core Discussion 5 min
SECTION 2. AUDITORY/ VISUAL/KINESTHETIC
A. We use different ways to learn new things Core Option 1. Discussion, introduction to each style using a word-based activity
Option 2. Discussion, introduction to each style using a craft-based activity
20 min
30 min
B. Determining your learning style Core Discussion, completing an assessment 20 min
C. Characteristics and tutoring strategies for each style Core Use of handouts, discussion, reflection 20 min
SECTION 3. RIGHT /LEFT BRAIN DOMINANCE
A. The two sides of the brain Core Lecture 10 min
B. Determining which side is dominant Core Activity with movement or handout 20 min
C. Characteristics and tutoring strategies Core Use of handout, reflection, discussion 10 min
OPTIONAL – SECTION 4. CULTURE AND LEARNING
A. The meaning of culture Core Reflection, discussion 15 min
B. Cultural attitudes that may impact learning Core Reflection, use of handout, discussion 15 min
C. Cultural differences Core Option 1. Use of video and handouts, discussion
Option 2. Use of handouts, discussion
30 min
20 min
OPTIONAL – SECTION 5. ABORIGINAL CULTURE
A. Aboriginal culture Core Reflection, use of handouts, discussion 10 min
OPTIONAL – SECTION 6. ABORIGINAL EDUCATION AND LEARNING
A. Learning Core Discussion 10 min
B. School system Core Group work, discussion 20 min
C. Effective learning Core Reflection, use of handout, discussion 15 min
OPTIONAL – SECTION 7. ABORIGINAL LEARNING STYLES
A. Medicine Wheel Core Reflection, group activity, discussion 20 min
B. Learning styles Core Use of handout, reflection, discussion 10 min