I have to see!

I always knew which learning style was easier for me. Taking test where I would have to just listen and take notes I struggled In. I wouldn’t remember.

            When learning I like to see what I’m learning. If there is something I can relate the topic too I would remember it more likely. if the class is learning Spanish and we have to remember words if you put the visual of the word I will find a way to put those things together. My brain will automatically think of that visual image when the word pops up.

            I prefer visual learning because I’m more focused. If I’m in a class where its long and dreading I don’t always just want to be writing. My mind is going to get off topic. With the visual there is more of an entertainment involved.

            How easy is it to just get off topic when learning and think about something else? The teacher could be talking about fractions, but your mind is thinking about the party this weekend. I find myself wide awake and entertained.

            Have you ever been in a class where a teacher has to always repeat what she’s saying? Maybe it’s the students fault for not paying attention, maybe it’s the other way around and the teacher is talking to fast.

             Our brain is mainly an image processor. The part of your brain that remembers words is smaller than the part that remembers pictures.

 When presenting information, it should be organized neatly into a presentation. You can’t use bland colors you have the PowerPoint to stand out.

You have to throw in a video, its only right. I know this was important and useful because every time I would have a job training they would have you in front of a computer watching videos. I learned more than I would by reading some boring packets or being taught by writing.

The company Apple has strong visual communication. Starting from their logo the bitten Apple. Some people might not think too much into it, but it actually signifies knowledge. This logo is so easy to respond to because of how much we see it and it’s just an apple. But the meaning going all the way back to the Bible to Adam & Eve.

Another company is Beats. The logo for beats is simple. The letter “b” is enclosed in a circle with their brand name. But it’s not just a circle it’s a human head and the b is the headphones. This gives the brand a more personal element.

The last company that has strong visual communication is LG. Most people notice the letters L and G in the logo, but not everyone realizes those letters make a face. It is important for a company to make the product approachable and have a human element.

Teachers should ask the audience which learning style they prefer more because everybody is different. But in my experience is always safe to go with visual.