Lecture 3: Learning Styles & Presentation Skills

Page 3 — Definition

  • A learning style is defined as the technique that students’ implement to recognize and memorize the knowledge.

  • It is an applied way of acquiring knowledge aligning with the chosen methodology.

Page 4 — Learning Styles (Overview)

  • Verbal

  • Visual

  • Auditory

  • Logical/Mathematical

  • Physical/Kinesthetic

  • Combination

  • Social

  • Solitary

Page 5 — 1- Verbal

  • Words are learner’s strong point! They prefer to use words both in speech and in writing.

  • Verbal learners, also known as linguistic learners, learn best through the written and spoken word. Users of this style enjoy language, reading, and writing.

Page 7 — 2- Visual

  • Visual learners prefer the use of images, maps, diagrams and graphic organizers to access and understand new information.

  • They tend to learn by seeing information delivered through pictures or other types of graphic presentation.

Page 9 — 3- Auditory

  • Auditory learners prefer using sounds, music or rhythms to learn.

  • Auditory learners best understand content through listening and speaking such as through lectures, group discussions, audio books, podcasts, etc.

  • Aural learners use repetition as a study technique and benefit from the use of mnemonic devices.

Page 11 — 4- Kinesthetic

  • Kinesthetic learners use their hands, body and sense of touch to learn.

  • Students who are kinesthetic learners best understand information through tactile representations of information.

  • These students are hands-on learners and learn best through figuring out things by hand.

Page 13 — 5- Logical

  • Logical learners rely on logic, reasoning, systems and sequences to make sense of the information they receive.

  • Logical learners like working through problems, understanding cause and effects.

  • They tend to like workflow applications, read documentation, and utilize libraries.

Page 15 — 6- SOCIAL

  • Social learners or interpersonal learners prefer to learn new things as a part of a group.

  • These type of learners prosper on sharing ideas and hearing the suggestions of others.

  • A key to remembering information for this group is working together in social settings such as study groups.

Page 17 — 7- Solitary

  • Solitary learners, also known as intrapersonal learner, like to work alone.

  • They need quiet time alone and use self-study when learning in order to best process information and grasp concepts.

Page 18 — 7- Solitary Cont’d

  • Solitary learners are opposite of the previous learning style (i.e., social learners).

  • Rather than prosper in groups, this type of learner may find themselves overwhelmed or distracted in a group setting.

Page 21 — Presentation Skills

  • Presentation skills are the skills you need in delivering effective and engaging presentations to a variety of audiences. These skills cover a variety of areas such as the structure of your presentation, the design of your slides, the tone of your voice and the body language you convey.

Page 22 — Prepare, Organize and Plan an Effective Presentation

  • 1. Opening your Presentation/Bridge: It is designed to grab the audience's attention and provide them with a reason to be interested in the presentation.

  • 2. Body of Presentation: This is the major portion of the presentation. Be sure to support your points clearly and concisely.

  • 3. Closing your Presentation: This is the final impression that you will leave with your audience.

Page 23 — Dealing with Presentation Fear

  • 1. Get → Get organized

  • 2. Practice and Prepare → Practice and prepare extensively

  • 3. watch → Watch Yourself in The mirror

  • 4. Record → Record Yourself and Learn Your Voice

  • 5. Work On → Work On Your Breathing

  • 6. Practice → Practice Some More

  • 7. Dont be → Dont be tense, relax!

Page 24 — Tips to Leave an Impression

Effective Presenation skills are:

  • Body Language

  • Capturing Attention

  • Setting Goal & Objectives

  • Handling Questions

  • Effective Presentation Skills

  • Setting manageable content points

  • Tone

  • Conclusion

  • Summary

  • Transitions

Page 25 — Conclusion

  • Now reflect on the key aspects of understanding different learning styles and presentation skills to share your insights with the class.