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• Generally, analytic visual learners will process the printed word before iconic (pictorial) information.
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Generally, global visual learners will process iconic (pictorial) information before reading the printed text.
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| • Remembers what they read and write.
• Enjoys visual projects and presentations. • Can remember diagrams, charts, maps well. • Understands information best when they SEE it. |
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• Look at the person who is speaking to you; it will help you focus.
• Try to work in a quiet place. Wear earmuffs or earplugs if necessary. Some visual learners do, however, like soft music in the background.
• If you miss something a teacher says or do not understand, ask politely if they could repeat or explain.
• Most visual learners learn best alone.
• When studying, take many notes and write down lots of details.
• When trying to learn material by writing out notes, cover your notes then re-write. re-writing will help you remember better.
• Use colour to highlight main ideas.
• Before starting an assignment, set a goal and write it down. Even post in in front of you. Read it as you do your assignment.
• Before reading a chapter or a book, preview it first by scanning the pictures, headings and so on.
• Try to put your desk away from the door and windows and close to the front of the class.
• Write your own flashcards. Look at them often and write out the main points, then check.
• Where possible, use charts, maps, posters, films, videos, computer software, OHPs both to study from and to present your work (where appropriate).
• Make sure visual presentations are well-organized.
• During lessons, ensure auditory learners are in a position to hear well.
• Make handouts and all other written work as visually appealing as possible, and easily read.
• Make full use of a variety of technologies: computer, OHP, video camera, live video feeds/close circuit TV, photography, internet, etc.
• When something is being described, the visual learner also prefers to have a picture to view.
• Prefers a time-line or some other similar diagram to remember historical events.
• Prefers written instructions rather than verbal instructions.
• Observes all the physical elements in a classroom.
• Carefully organizes their learning materials.
• Enjoys decorating their learning areas.
• Prefers photographs and illustrations with printed content.
• Remembers and understands through the use of diagrams, charts and maps.
• Appreciates presentations using OHP transparencies or handouts.
• Studies materials by reading notes and organizing it in outline form
• Enjoys visual art activities
