HOW YOUR CHILD LEARNS
by Dr Bill Maier
What we learn depends a lot on how we learn. Not all kids process information the same way, and a key to helping your child excel in school is understanding how they learn.
In short, "learning style" is the channel that kids use to organise information in their brain.
Some kids are visual learners. They work best when they can watch or read their subjects.
Others are more auditory. They need to hear, speak and discuss a subject in order to process it quickly.
A third learning style is called kinesthetic. These are children who learn better when they're moving around, flexing their large muscles.
And tactual learners work best when utilising their small motor muscles. These kids are likely to tap their pencils or twirl their hair while doing homework.
Understanding how your child learns helps you make informed decisions regarding their education.
~Excerpt from TODAY, 13 Jan 08~