Ever feel stuck when you are trying to understand something new? Maybe you are rereading your notes, listening to an explanation, or even watching a video online, and the new information just won’t click. This may be a sign that you are not learning in a way that is most beneficial to you. Everyone’s learning style is unique to them, and knowing yours is a valuable tool. A Grade Ahead offers programs for all types of learners to boost confidence and maximize learning.
Let’s find out what learning style(s) suits you best! Take this short quiz to help you discover your learning superpower(s).
Take the Quiz!
Choose the answer that connects most to you.
When learning a new topic, I prefer to:
| A. | Watch a video or see a diagram |
| B. | Try it myself |
| C. | Listen to someone explain it |
| D. | Read instructions or take notes |
When trying to remember a topic you already know, I prefer to:
| A. | Picture it in my head |
| B. | Act it out or move around |
| C. | Say it out loud or repeat it |
| D. | Write it down |
When solving a problem, I prefer to:
| A. | Draw it out |
| B. | Use objects or movement |
| C. | Talk through it |
| D. | Write steps or make a list |
When using a study tool, I prefer to:
| A. | Create flashcards with pictures/colors |
| B. | Build models or use real-life examples |
| C. | Listen to recordings or explain to someone |
| D. | Rewrite notes or read textbooks |
When learning in class, I prefer when:
| A. | Teacher uses visuals or slides |
| B. | There are hands-on activities |
| C. | There are discussions or lectures |
| D. | I can read and take notes |
Tally up your results to determine which types of learning styles apply to you. Don’t worry if you have a variety of answers, this just means you’re a blended learner.
If you responded with mostly A: You are a Visual Learner
Visual learners see and think in pictures. They understand and remember things better when they see them. When you think of a visual learner, think images, videos, colors, and special organization.
Strategies for a Visual Learner:
- Use flashcards with pictures.
- Create diagrams or charts.
- Use graphic organizers.
A Grade Ahead’s thorough curriculum often makes use of diagrams, charts, and graphic organizers, such as graphs for math students or different brainstorming activities for English students.
If you responded with mostly B: You are a Kinesthetic Learner
Kinesthetic learners learn by doing. They are our hands-on, do-it-yourself learners who best learn through activities. They are learners eager to participate and actively be involved in their learning process.
Strategies for a Kinesthetic Learner:
- Use models, manipulatives, or objects.
- Teach it to someone new.
- Connect learning to a real-world experience.
A Grade Ahead’s highly trained teachers know the benefits of supplements, which is why you will often find them utilizing hands-on strategies in our classrooms.
If you responded with mostly C: You are an Auditory Learner
Auditory learners learn by hearing. They remember ideas when they are explained and spoken out loud. Sound, speech, and listening are how these learners attain information best.
Strategies for an Auditory Learner:
- Listen to lectures or verbal Instruction.
- Listen to podcasts or audiobooks.
- Study out Loud or repeat key ideas.
Did you know that A Grade Ahead uses listening exercises, such as in our 7th Grade English program?
If you responded with mostly D: You are a Reading/Writing Learner
Reading/Writing learners are pretty self-explanatory. They learn best through reading, writing, and organizing their ideas in written form. To put it simply, they learn best through words.
Strategies for an Auditory Learner:
- Take notes.
- Read and reread.
- Create lists.
A Grade Ahead’s mix of classroom instruction and homework ensures that reading/writing learners get plenty of practice each week with new topics and skills.
There is no best way to learn, but there is a best way for YOU to learn. You can maximize your learning potential by identifying your learning strategies and using strategies that suit your style. At A Grade Ahead, our community and curriculum provide opportunities for all learners to have confidence and success, allowing students to reach higher and higher in their learning journey. Let’s use the way you learn and make it your greatest strength. Now unlock your learning style and unleash your potential!
Are you looking to supplement your child’s educational adventure through enrichment? Call or visit an A Grade Ahead academy near you to get a free curriculum sample, take a free assessment, or sign up for a free trial class today! See how learning with us can be fun!
Author: Nate Baltzer, Teacher at A Grade Ahead
