Aural Learners VARK Analysis: Learning Styles

VARK Analysis:
Learning Styles

Grand Canyon University

Introduction

According to Kumar el al [ ], learning style preference is the manner that allows the individual to learn most efficiently and effectively. A vast majority of students who have completed the VARK analysis are auditory (aural) learners, according to a study completed by Breckler el al [ ]. An aural learner remembers and repeats ideas that are verbally presented and can repeat or fulfill verbal instructions, is an excellent listener and learns concepts well by listening to lectures and audio tapes. An aural learner likes to talk, enjoys music, plays and dramas. Preferential learning strategies are to have things explained verbally,
Since on-line courses are more flexible and convenient, I will now imagine that I am talking with my professor and allow the conversation to exist in my head. I will now read aloud the lecture notes and explain my ‘notes’ to another aural person. Reading the lecture notes aloud, summarizing the notes and then discussing them with my colleges to see if they understand the topic will help me measure my understanding of the topic, is another suggestion provided by the VARK assessment that I will attempt in order to improve my study habits. According to Faber [ ], auditory learners will find it much easier to understand what they need to do if they hear it, therefore by verbalizing my studies I can reach my desired outcome of improvement in retention of the course
The VARK assessment provides the educators with the knowledge that the students have the ability to learn in different ways if the methods of teaching are appropriate to the students’ preference, Kumar el al [ ]. The VARK assessment is a great tool for students to identify their learning styles and enhance their study skills. The VARK assessment tool should be used at many different levels not just the collegiate level as being able to identify your personal learning style at an early stage in life could enhance students studying abilities at an earlier age, therefore making the transition to college level would be easier for those who struggle with studying.

References
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[2] Faber, K. (2013, April). Supporting pupils with Different Learning Styles 2. British Journal of School Nursing, 8(3), 154.
[3] Kumar, A., Smirti, A., Pratap, S., & Krishnee, G. (2010, November 30). An Analysis of Gender Differences in Learning Style Preferences among [Electronic version]. Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Pathology,