Learner Types in the Online Space

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This lesson focuses on how people learn. One of the best things you can do is make sure that you are catering at least some of your content to a variety of learner types.

There are some really common ways that people talk about learning styles, but there is a lot more depth to learning styles than what you may know!

By the end of this lesson, you will have an understanding of the three categories of learners, what their preferences are, and how to practically build activities that cater to each type within your content.

  • Use the analysis spreadsheet below to walk through your current course / program / etc. Take an objective look at what types of learners each of your lessons cater to. Remember - not every lesson will cater to every type. of learner, but if you entire program is farily lopsided, it may be time to make some adjustments!
  • If you are stumped on how to integrate actions steps and activities into your program that cater to a variety of learners, take a look at this PDF! There are three activity ideas for each type of learner.