scholarly journals Preferred Learning Styles according to the Model “HONEY & MUMFORD” among Preparatory year Students at Shaqra University and its Relation to the level of Mathematics achievement: أنماط التعلم المفضلة وفق نموذج "HONEY & MUMFORD" لدى طلاب السنة التحضيرية بجامعة شقراء وعلاقتها بمستوى التحصيل الدراسي في الرياضيات

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (27) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fahad AbdulRahman Alolyan
Keyword(s):  
Mathematics Achievement ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Classroom Environment ◽  
Reflective Learning ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
High Achieving Students ◽  
Preparatory Year ◽  
The University

This research aimed to measure the style of learning, its percentage and its preferences among a sample of students of the preparatory year, and to reveal the correlation between the learning style and the level of academic achievement in mathematics (Mathematics Course 130). After confirming the validity and reliability, Applied the measure of (Honey and Mumford) on a sample of (53) students of the preparatory year students at the University of Shaqra. The results of the research showed that the Reflector style is the highest learning style preferred of the sample with 37.7% and its index is moderate. The Pragmatist style came second in the standings of preference by 22.6% and its index is moderate, followed by the Theorist style by 20.8% and index is moderate, and finally came the activity style by 18.9% and strong index, the research also found that the Reflector style came in the first standing of preference among low and medium achievement students, where the percentage of the highest style of students reached 40.0%, 39.3% respectively and the strength of its index (moderate) in both categories, where the percentage was the highest pattern for students 40.0%, 39.3% respectively and the strength of its index (moderate) in both categories, while came Practical style ranked first in standing of preference among High-achieving students, with a higher student style of 60.0%, The results also showed that there were no statistically significant differences in the study sample in the achievement of the course (130 mathematics) according to the learning style according to the (Honey and Mumford) measure. In light of these results, the researcher recommended: Provide a suitable classroom environment to diversify the teaching experiences in the teaching of the preparatory year students according to their learning styles, and use of various teaching methods and strategies, specially for reflective learning style.

The Effect of Teaching Strategies and Learning Styles on the Students’ Achievement

2014 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Teguh Satria Amin ◽  
Eddi Setia ◽  
Lince Sihombing
Keyword(s):  
Reading Comprehension ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Teaching Strategies ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Reflective Learning ◽  
Direct Reading ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Cluster Random Sampling

This research investigates 1) students’ achievement in reading comprehension taught by using Direct Reading Thinking Activity (DR-TA) strategy is higher than taught by using Know, What to Learn, and Learned (KWL) strategy, 2) students’ achievement in reading comprehension with impulsive learning style is higher than students’ achievement in reading comprehension with reflective learning style, and (3) there is  interaction between teaching strategies and learning styles on the students’ achievement. Two classes containing of 70 students were chosen as sample by apllying cluster random sampling technique. The experimental group 1 was treated by using DR-TA and the experimental group 2 was treated by using KWL. The students’ achievement was measured by using test. The questionnaire was conducted to find out the students’ learning style. The data were analyzed by applying two-ways analysis of variance. The findings show that (1) the students’ achievement in reading comprehension taught by using DR-TA higher than using KWL; (2) students’ achievement in reading comprehension with impulsive learning style is lower than that with reflective learning style; (3) there is interaction between teaching strategies and learning styles on the students’ achievement in reading comprehension. The analysis revealed that the teaching strategies significantly affected the students’ reading achievement.   Keywords: DR-TA, KWL, Impulsive Learning Style, Reflective Learning Style, Reading Comprehension

Why Students Should Be Taught Differently: Learner Characteristics, Learning Styles and Simulation Performance

2021 ◽  
pp. 104687812110658
Author(s):  
Bindu Kulkarni ◽  
Ranjan Banerjee ◽  
Rajasekaran Raghunathan
Keyword(s):  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Reflective Learning ◽  
Outcome Variable ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Business Simulation ◽  
Older Students ◽  
Learner Characteristics ◽  
Simulation Performance ◽  
Business Simulations

Background Business simulation as an instructional tool helps in developing integrative thinking and decision making skills. It is being taught to audiences who differ considerably in age, work experience (learner characteristics) and learning styles. The use of simulations is likely to grow further with advancements in internet technology and the fact that simulations are very amenable to remote modes of instruction. Aim This study aims to assess how learner characteristics and learning styles impact business simulation performance. It further assesses the combined effect of learner characteristics and learning styles on performance in business simulations, we specifically consider the manner in which learning styles moderate the impact of learner characteristics (age) on simulation performance. Method The study was conducted with 605 students of full time MBA and executive MBA programs with age group varying from 21 years to 53 years. They were taught using the same business simulation by CAPSIM. The learning styles were measured using Felder-Solomon’s instrument ‘Index of learning style’. Regression analysis was conducted with predictor variables of learner characteristics and learning styles and outcome variable of simulation performance. The moderating effect of specific learning styles on learner characteristics was identified. Results The findings indicate that age is a significant predictor of simulation performance (younger, tech savvy students do better). Also, the use of reflective learning style enables better performance in business simulations. Older students are able to draw on experience and benefit more from reflective learning, for business simulations which involve integration across functions. Conclusion The study enhances our conceptual understanding of the factors enabling performance in business simulations and provides specific direction on how instructors must adapt facilitation approaches for different age groups of participants. Reflection is important for learning with business simulations; hence, the reflective learning style should be encouraged particularly among older students.

Midwifery Students’ Learning Styles in Iran: A Review Study Based on Kolb’s Learning Theory

2021 ◽  
Vol 30 (1) ◽  
pp. 52-63
Author(s):  
Hadis Sourinejad ◽  
◽  
Fariba Haghani ◽  
Marjan Beigi ◽  
Elham Adibmoghaddam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Learning Theory ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Important Research ◽  
Innovative Teaching ◽  
Review Study ◽  
Kolb's Learning Theory ◽  
Selection Of

Background: Identifying the factors that contribute to learning is one of the most important research goals. Learning style is one of these important and effective factors. The predominant learning styles of students in different universities of Iran are different. Objective: This study aimed to review the learning styles of midwifery students in Iran based on Kolb’s learning theory. Materials and Methods: In this review study, a search was conducted in Scopus, PubMed, Google Scholar, SID, and MagIran databases on articles published during 2000-2020 by using the keywords: Learning styles, midwifery students, and Kolb’s theory in Persian and English. Out of 28 eligible articles, 9 articles were finally reviewed. Results: Learning in midwifery students is usually done by using different styles, the most common of which was convergent style followed by assimilative style. Conclusion: The predominant learning styles of midwifery students in Iran are convergent and assimilative styles. While considering individual differences, educational planning and selection of teaching method should be done in a way that is appropriate for different learning styles of midwifery students and a variety of new and innovative teaching methods should be used.

scholarly journals Beyond Broudy’s Triad—Infusing University Students with the Love of Poetry

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 65
Author(s):  
Mounir Ben Zid
Keyword(s):  
Learning Styles ◽  
University Students ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Teaching Experience ◽  
Class Session ◽  
New Learning ◽  
Major Shift ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
Esl Learners

In spite of the diverse schools of thought providing guidance for poetry teachers—such as the didactic, heuristic, or phyletic approaches—this myriad of teaching modes has failed to generate adequate student appreciation for poetry courses. The reason for this is teachers’ tendency to cling to the idea that one must choose a particular approach and find out the correct or fixed meaning. This study includes a recommendation for a major shift in teaching poetry that transforms each class session into a new learning rather than a teaching experience—one in which the instructor’s role is to inspire a passion and love for poetry in ESL learners. This teaching-learning style requires that teachers change from being omniscient sages to participants, co-explorers, and learners—a move from teaching methods to learning styles and a shift from encouraging the love of teachers to inspiring the love of poetry in university students.

scholarly journals Tongue Twister, Students’ Pronunciation Ability, and Learning Styles

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arab World English Journal ◽  
Fatchul Mu’in ◽  
Rosyi Amrina ◽  
Rizky Amelia
Keyword(s):  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Reflective Learning ◽  
Control Group ◽  
First Year ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
English Major ◽  
Tongue Twister ◽  
Teaching Pronunciation

In EFL context, considering appropriate technique in teaching pronunciation is a pivotal issue since it could help students to learn how to pronounce English sounds easy. This study aimed to investigate the effect of tongue twister technique on pronunciation ability of students across different learning styles. This study involved 34 first-year English major students taking Intensive English course at Universitas Lambung Mangkurat, one of leading universities in Indonesia. The students in the experimental group were taught by using tongue twister, while those in the control group were taught by using repetition technique. The students were also grouped based on two types of learning styles, namely active and reflective learning styles referring to Felder and Silverman’s (1988) learning style model. The findings of the study showed that there was no significant difference in pronunciation ability between the groups. No significant difference was either found in pronunciation ability between students with active learning style and those with reflective learning style. In spite of the insignificant results, tongue twister is considered beneficial by the students as they perceived that practicing tongue twisters cultivated joyful learning and it helped them to improve their pronunciation, fluency, and motivation in learning English pronunciation. Tongue twister practice could complement the use of repetition technique to enhance students’ learning experience and learning outcome.

scholarly journals Teachers’ Perception on Students’ Learning Style and Their Teaching

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-19
Author(s):  
Agustrianita Agustrianita ◽  
Didi Suherdi ◽  
Pupung Purnawarman
Keyword(s):  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Teaching Style ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
English Teachers ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Teachers Perceptions ◽  
Teaching Learning

Lack of teachers’ understanding in students’ learning styles and their teaching could cause unfacilitated teaching methods for example through the use of traditional lecturing methods. This issue brings the importance of this research objective to investigate teachers’ perceptions about learning style, their teaching, and the applied methods in the classroom. This study uses a quantitative research approach that is the analysis of learning style types for different students at different grade levels. To find out the perceptions of English teachers in this study, information was collected through 20 closed questions with data analysis to find out how the learning style influenced the teaching learning process of 28 English teachers. The findings of this study suggest that teachers’ understand about students’ different learning styles, so they adopt their students’ learning styles to their teaching. The last, teachers agree to use group discussion rather than lecturing methods by integrating ICT. In conclusion, teachers’ perception on students’ learning styles can increase their awareness to design teaching methods that differentiate students’ learning styles. Abstrak Kelangkaan pemahaman guru mengenai gaya belajar siswa dan bagaimana cara mengajarnya yang tepat dapat disebabkan oleh metode mengajar yang tidak bersifat fasilitatif, misalnya masih berupa perkuliahan tradisional. Oleh karena itu, penting untuk meneliti persepsi guru mengenai gaya belajar, cara mengajarnya, dan implementasinya di kelas. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif yang fokus pada beragam gaya belajar siswa pada kelas-kelas yang berbeda. Infomasi diperoleh dengan memberikan 20 pertanyaan tertutup untuk mencari tahu bagaimana gaya belajar memengaruhi proses pembelajaran di kelas Bahasa Inggris (28 guru). Penelitian ini menemukan bahwa guru memahami keragaman gaya belajar siswa, sehingga mereka mengadopsi gaya belajar siswa dalam pengajaran mereka. Guru juga sepakat menggunakan kelompok diskusi ketimbang perkuliahan tradisional dengan mengintegrasikan Teknologi Informasi dan Komunikasi (TIK). Dapat disimpulkan bahwa persepsi guru terhadap gaya belajar siswa meningkatkan kepedulian mereka dalam mengembangkan metode mengajar yang beragam sesuai keragaman belajar siswa. Keywords: Students’ learning style, teaching style

Heutagogy Approach Using Trello Online Learning on the Critical Thinking Skills Amongst Students With Different Learning Styles

2019 ◽  
pp. 41-55
Author(s):  
Mohan Rathakrishnan ◽  
Arumugam Raman
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Online Discussion ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
Foundation Programme ◽  
The University ◽  
The Given

Trello online discussion has become one of the important strategies for the University Utara Malaysia Management Foundation Programme student to teach other students to think critically in conveying their ideas and become more proactive and creative in critical thinking subject. In a heutagogical approach, learners become highly autonomous and self-determined while learning online. They use Trello online discussion tool as self-determination learning. Trello enable the learners to use their capacity and capability with the goal of producing learners. Trello online learning was conducted to examine its effectiveness in enhancing macro critical thinking among active-reflective learning style. The students discuss and write their ideas in Trello. Ideas that are posted in Trello will be displayed in front of the class so that the entire learners in the class could see the given ideas. Paul's model was used to analyze learners' critical thinking in Trello online discussion.

An empirical investigation on learning and teaching lean manufacturing

2020 ◽  
Vol 62 (3) ◽  
pp. 339-354
Author(s):  
Guilherme Luz Tortorella ◽  
Rogério Miorando ◽  
Diego Fettermann ◽  
Diego Tlapa Mendoza
Keyword(s):  
Graduate Students ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Lean Manufacturing ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Learning Preferences ◽  
Teaching Approaches ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Learning And Teaching

PurposeThis article identifies the association between two methods for teaching lean manufacturing (LM): problem-based learning (PBL) and classroom lectures, and students' learning styles of a postgraduate course.Design/methodology/approachData were collected from graduate students LM courses that present different teaching approaches. Thus, students' learning preferences were gathered through the application of the Index of Learning Style questionnaire, and their performance assessed after each course.FindingsResults indicate that learning styles are indeed associated with LM teaching approaches, and comprehending interaction effects between learning style dimensions is essential for properly adapting the teaching method. However, these interactions have different extensions.Originality/valueAlthough teaching LM has significantly evolved over the past decades, the single application of traditional teaching methods jeopardizes learning effectiveness of graduate students because of the practical nature of LM. This study provides evidence to better understand the effect of complementary teaching methods and their relationship with students' preferences, empirically examining that there is not one best approach for understanding LM.

scholarly journals Validation of ILS through Exploratory Factor Analysis and Internal Consistency Reliability for Secondary Grade

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 189-193
Author(s):  
Munazza A. Mirza ◽  
◽  
Khawar Khurshid ◽  
Kinza Sohail ◽  
Salman Biland ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Engineering Students ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Assessment Instrument ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
School Students ◽  
Factor Solution ◽  
Instrument Validity

There is a continuous debate on the validity of learning styles in literature. Several models have been proposed for the learning styles, corresponding to the psychometric assessment instrument. Among these models, Felder-Silverman model is widely used by educators to identify the learning styles of the engineering students. The instrument that measures the learning styles is the index of learning style (ILS). This study focuses to identify the validity and reliability of the ILS instrument for middle school students (N=260). This includes internal consistency reliability and construct validity report of the ILS. As a result of the study, the reliability of the instrument was established, however, it was found that there were cross loadings in the 14-factor solution and the 4-factor solution. Thus, the instrument validity for secondary grade students was not established.

scholarly journals Analysis of Learning Styles (Kolb) in Students of the Degrees in Early Childhood Education and Primary Education within the Faculty of Education

TEM Journal ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 724-731
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Early Childhood Education ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Basque Country ◽  
Childhood Education ◽  
Faculty Of Education ◽  
The University ◽  
Specific Degree ◽  
Specific Learning

This research aimed to present the learning styles according to the model of Alonso, Gallego and Honey in university students of the Faculty of Education within the University of the Basque Country (Spain). With that objective, a sample of 434 students was chosen. The Honey-Alonso Learning Styles (CHAEA) questionnaire was used. The data obtained reflect that the four learning styles proposed by Kolb are distributed in a balanced way among the participating sample; they also reflect that it is not possible to attribute a specific learning style to a specific Degree, except with active learning and Early Childhood Education.

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