7 Styles of Learning for Successful Students

For many, September offers up a fresh start. You might be meeting new people, living in a new city, or even trying out a new hair style, all in an effort to see what works best for you. Something you should make sure you experiment with this September is your learning style. Many people don’t realize there are actually 7 different categories of learning styles that most students fall into. It’s going to make a huge difference in your studying techniques in the future if you can decipher which style below works best for you! 

1. Verbal (Linguistic):
   Students who learn through sound and hearing can often understand just by having concepts verbally explained to them.
   Try this: Read your notes aloud and record yourself. Play the recordings back to yourself when studying for exams.
2. Visual (Spatial):
   Learners who prefer this style can understand best through visual stimulants such as pictures, diagrams, or infographics.
   Try this: Use coloured pens and symbols in your notes in class and while studying.
3. Kinesthetic (Physical):
   By working with their hands and physically experiencing tasks, these learners grasp concepts by physical action.
   Try this: Go visit exhibits and businesses relevant to your studies. Apply the concepts you are learning in class to the places you visit and through the people you talk to.
4. Aural (Auditory):
   Sounds, beats and music help these learners retain information.
   Try this: Create simple rhymes or beats to jog your memory during exams.
5. Logical (Mathematical):
   Students using this style learn through logic and “systems” which help them to understand the reasons behind learning.
   Try this: Create lists using key points from your study material aiming to understand the correlations between each system.
6. Social (Interpersonal):
   Having a group of people to discuss and conceptualize ideas with are when these learners strive.
   Try this: Teach someone else a skill or concept. Breaking down and explaining concepts to someone else will help you understand better.
7. Solitary (Intrapersonal):
   Solitary learners learn best alone and much prefer to seclude themselves during the learning process.
   Try this: Set personal study goals for yourself to ensure that you stay on track and reflect upon what you have learned often.

If you’re interested in putting your newly discovered learning style to use, Brighton College offers new intakes every month! Check out our full program listing at www.BrightonCollege.com and contact an adviser today!