Visual Learning style

Visual learning students like to keep an eye on the teacher by sitting in the front of the class and watching the lecture closely. Often, visual learners will find that information "clicks" when it is explained with the aid of a chart or picture.

A visual learner:

•Is good at spelling but forgets names.

•Needs quiet study time.

•Has to think awhile before understanding a speech or lecture.

•Likes colors & fashion.

•Dreams in color.

•Understands/likes charts.

•Is good with sign language.

Learning Techniques for Visual Learners

•Draw a map of events in history or draw scientific process.

•Make outlines of everything

•Copy what's on the board.

•Ask the teacher to diagram.

•Diagram sentences

•Take notes, make lists.

•Watch videos.

•Color code words, research notes

•Outline reading.

•Use flashcards.

•Use highlighters, circle words, underline.

Best Test Type for Visual Learners:

Diagramming, reading maps, essays (if you use an outline), showing a process