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LEFT BRAIN LEARNERS

In a nutshell… “left-brained’ learners are said to be more logical, analytical, and objective. Keywords include systematic, sequential, factual, symbolic, lists, rational, and objective. These learners tend to look more at the parts [rather than the whole] and be critical thinkers.

CHARACTERISTICS

SUGGESTIONS

Seeks structure in the school day

Memorizes best by repetition

Likes to know the plan for each day, week, etc.

Tends to work well independently

Likes to make lists and check them off as tasks are completed.

Thinks things through with multiple pieces of evidence before coming to a conclusion

Structure your learning [i.e. outlines, lists, etc.]

Organize your notes

Minimize noise levels while learning

Keep an orderly workspace

Work alone on individual projects when given the choice

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RIGHT BRAIN LEARNERS

CHARACTERISTICS

SUGGESTIONS

In a nutshell… “right-brained’ learners are said to be more intuitive, creative, emotional, thoughtful, and subjective. Keywords include holistic, random, imagination, visual, and daydreaming. These learners tend to look more at the whole [rather than the parts] and be creative thinkers.

Seeks change and spontaneity

Memorizes best by using meaning, color, pictures, story, or emotion in material

Does not plan ahead regularly

Does not do items sequentially, but skips around in his or her work

Prefers projects and discussions rather than workbook learning

Does better with hands-on/interactive work that requires more parent and teacher involvement

Prioritize your work – don’t procrastinate

Write down directions to help you remember what to do

Seek visuals, such as charts, graphs, and maps, to aid in understanding

Utilize study guides

Listen to music [without words] while working, such as classical or jazz music

Work on group projects when given the choice

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