By
Nadia Morales
“One size does not fit all,” as the cliche goes. We are all different in terms of how we view the world and what we prefer, whether it’s the clothes we wear or the learning methods we use. Perhaps you’ve struggled with the traditional classroom setup, in which an instructor progressively feeds you information by discussing the subject. Although some people learn best this way, it is not the greatest strategy for everyone. Some people learn in a different way than others.
Learning styles
They are divided in four categories: visual, auditory, reading/writing, and kinesthetic and tactile. Each has its unique characteristics that may or may not be beneficial to you. But keep in mind that having one learning style does not negate the importance of the others; hearing, seeing, and experiencing are all equally important when it comes to studying. Learning a language is as simple as learning any other subject, but if you don’t approach it correctly, you may find yourself making little to no progress. That is why it is critical to determine which style best suits your preferences to maximize your efficiency and potential. Let’s have a look at these styles in more detail:
Visual
Visual learners benefit from using visual material such as images, flashcards, videos, films, books, and colours to learn. Visual elements, in essence, assist the student in visualizing the words. To put it another way, writing and seeing the words and their meanings helps you remember them better.
Auditory
If a visual learner learns through seeing, an auditory learner can learn just as well through listening. This type of learning focuses on audio-lingual materials such as audiobooks and podcasts, as well as listening to conversations and hearing a trainer deliver the lesson.
Reading/Writing
This type of learning is more focused on reading a text and taking notes. Basically, for these types of learners, connecting with text is more potent than dealing with visual or auditory means. This type of learner benefits from the use of written quizzes and other activities.
Kinesthetic and Tactile
This technique of learning is active, which means that the more communication and immersion there is, the better the learner’s knowledge of the language will be. It’s simply a case of learning through movement and experience. The basic premise is to move while learning. This can be accomplished by playing games, role-playing, or using the language outside the classroom.
Determining your learning style will make it easier for you to learn a foreign language. It’s important to remember, though, that you shouldn’t limit yourself to just one type of learning.