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45. What is the difference between learning style and thinking style? (5) [Chapter 9NLR] (*)
Learning style:
How you perceive information most easily e.g.:
Visual: by seeing what you want to learn
Auditory: By hearing what you learn
Kinaesthetic-tactile: Learning through movement and touch
Thinking styles:
How you process information e.g.:
Abstract random thinkers: Learn by association
Abstract sequential thinkers: Learn with theories
Concrete sequential thinkers: Learn by using their senses
Concrete random: they have a strong need to find alternatives and do things their own way- willing to use trial and error approach

Question 2c) Discuss the effect of music on the learning brain (5) [p.320 NLR] (*)
Music:
1. Relaxes the mind
2. Acts directly on the body
3. Stimulates and awakens
4. Is mathematical
5. Inspires emotion
6. Is a state-changer
7. Is the universal language
8. Is a powerful anchor
(2011

1c) A combination of methods, which involve all the senses, will decrease learning time or the time needed to master learning content. Integrated accelerated learning techniques are suggested. Name these techniques. (5) [p.28 SG] (*)
1. Music
2. Movement
3. Relaxation exercises
4. Visualisation
5. Neuro-linguistics
6. Suggestopedia

Question 4b) Compare the different kinds of intelligence as discerned by Sternberg, David Perkins and Gardner’s multiple intelligences.(10) [p.14 SG] (*) Sternberg stated that intelligence breaks down into three distinct sets of abilities:
Analytical intelligence
Creative intelligence
Practical intelligence
Perkins suggested three types of intelligence:
Neurological intelligence
Experiential intelligence
Reflective intelligence Gardner had a model of multiple intelligences
Verbal-linguistic intelligence
Logical-mathematical intelligence
Musical intelligence
Visual-spatial intelligence
Bodily-kinaesthetic intelligence
Interpersonal or social intelligence
Intrapersonal or introspective intelligence
Naturalist intelligence

Question 3b
Left side
Right side
Words
Rhyme
Logic
Rhythm
Numbers
Music
Mathematics
Pictures
Sequence
Imagination

1. Your neural network:
Your unique brain, mind, and body ‘talent’ and how to develop it.
2. Your personal learning network:
Home, school, and community in a linked interactive learning environment.
3. Interactive information network:
How you can interact with the new world of instant communications.
4. Your creative network
How to think for new ideas and innovative in partnership with others.
5. Your talent network
Worldwide sharing of skills, abilities, and professional knowhow.
6. New organisational networks
New ‘social movements’ linked to cooperative open partnerships
7. Global learning networks
Education based on shared information, talents, cultures and ‘digital tools’

1b) [p.9-10 SG/p.102-103 NLR/Google](***) John Dewey believed that the best way to learn is to:
-Learn by doing
-Learn by experience
-Learn by linking mind and brain together
-Learn by constructing your own storehouse of knowledge and creative ability
-Learn from activities that mean something to you
-Learn by collaborating with other learners
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. Question 1a) A new Learning Revolution Model is suggested by the authors of the learning Revolution. Discuss the underpinning principles of such a model(15)[NLR p.25] (*)
Great schools can now end the mindless argument about process, content, accountability, and qualifications. As at Singapore’s Overseas Family School, they create:
1. A universal culture: celebrating the great breakthroughs of all cultures, and an understanding of the world, to produce.
2.Universal explorers: Skilled in the process of scientific inquiry to discover by themselves and in groups
3. Universal knowledge: on a wide variety of projects, linked with one’s own culture and personal strengths and talents.
4.A universal information-technology network: that instantly links students, teachers, parents and schools with vital information, including all personal study programmes
5.Universal citizens: confident and competent to analyse all important problems and create positive solutions
6.Universal qualifications: including diplomas and certificates accepted and valued by universities and employers, plus personal digital portfolios to show each student’s accomplishments