A learning style is a different way a person perceives and processes information. Understanding their learning mode allows one to incorporate their learning style with other methodologies and acknowledge how and when to use it. Each one of us has different ways of learning and comprehending. If I need to teach myself, the technique I first take and follow is visual. I like to see things and learn because the best way to educate myself is by looking at things. It is a more uncomplicated form of learning as I can observe things through whiteboards, images, and pictures, which help me, realize a particular concept.
The virtual learning method works for us humans as we can remember what we see that lasts for a while in our memory. The plan is affordable compared to buying books as it just requires an internet connection and a laptop or computer. For instance, when a teacher demonstrates a concept using an image, the skills and knowledge one acquires from them are retained for a long time. Visual learning is practical and essential as it increases our understanding of a particular concept. In addition, it is easier to capture information through images than texts and lectures, which can be monotonous and boring. The visual method works every other time for me, as through lectures notes and handouts in class, I can create charts and graphs while the facilitator is teaching. Thus I believe my mode of learning is the best to use when studying.
The method is successful for me to better understand and retain information by associating concepts, words, and ideas with images. Through the use of this method, I have found learning to be more exciting and captivating. Visual learning is a better learning tool as compared to reading. It has improved my learning capacity as I do not depend on a facilitator to teach a topic presented through a video. The method has also helped improve my interaction with the teachers, which has eased my learning experience. When analyzing the subject, complex issues such as math have become easy and understandable through graphs, charts, and images.
It has also improved my brain retention power as it’s easy for me to remember, which has reflected in my results as my grades have improved. The method is fascinating; thus, I find it a motivational tool to study, saving me from distraction and helping me remain focused. There is various significance associated with the method; thus, I will advise a person searching for a methodology for learning to apply the virtual learning method.
To truly master the academic material, I have taken responsibility for my learning. Whereby I set the pace in my education where if I fail, I take the opportunity to go back, rethink a new strategy in learning, set new goals, and try again. The second form of initiative I have taken is using technological sites to gather research and analyze instead of relying on the teacher for the basic knowledge. Despite being able to master academic concepts on my own, I need support to achieve higher goals. If teachers could take the initiative of adopting active learning in institutions, such a measure can be effective.
When the knowledge is passive, it tends to be boring; hence, many students are in class but are not concentrating. Instead, institutions should apply an active learning model where students are engaged in classrooms like the lessons are more skill-oriented than reading books. A new adaption of the new system that is not monotonous is rigid for an institution where learning will be more enjoyable. Moreover, the grading design should be rethought as it should not measure what students can accomplish; keen interest should be on person capabilities and interests.
I became aware of my preference of active learning after receiving experience of working as a tutor in Muslim American Society organization. I used to tutor 5 children of different ages in the development of reading and writing skills. It was then that I saw a correlation between their engagement and the outcome of the tutoring session. Hence, I tried to focus on engaging skill-building activities because I did not want to waste anyone’s time. When the tasks were creative and fun, the student’s progress increased and was clearly evident within months of tutoring. Therefore, I apply this strategy to my learning process by mixing routine tasks with creative activities.