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Archives for October 2013
Verbal Linguistic Learners
Verbal (linguistic) learners prefer both the written and spoken word. They depend on language reasoning rather than abstract visual information. For example in math they find word problems easier than algebra equations.
Students that use this style find it easy to express themselves both in writing and verbally. They tend to enjoy reading and writing. They also tend to know the meaning of many words and regularly make an effort to find the meaning of new words.
Auditory Learners
Auditory learners process and learn by what they hear. These students tend to recite spelling words and study facts orally. An auditory learner likes to work with sound and music. They typically can sing, play a musical instrument, or identify the sounds of different instruments.
Physical Kinesthetic Learners
Physical (kinesthetic) learners like to touch, feel and use their hands. They learn best by what they do and experience. They prefer hands on projects.
Students with the physical learning style are likely to use the body and sense of touch to learn about the world around them. It is likely that they enjoy sports, exercise, and other physical activities such as working with their hands. They are more sensitive to the physical world around them and notice textures in clothes or furniture. Physical learners tend to like getting their hands dirty. They would prefer to pull an engine apart and put it back together rather than reading or looking at diagrams about how it works.
Visual Spatial Learners
Visual (spatial) learners learn best through images and words they see. These students tend to notice details. They learn from things they see and creating pictures in their mind. If one uses the visual style, they prefer pictures, colors, and maps to organize information. They easily visualize objects, plans and outcomes in their mind. These students love drawing, scribbling and doodling.
COMING SOON: Buddy Dog Humane Society Collection Drive – Sudbury MA
We are proud to announce that our 11th Annual Collection Drive for the Buddy Dog Humane Society of Sudbury, MA will begin Nov 1, 2013. Y3K Tutor In Your Home will be collecting towels, blankets, toys, bedding and food for Buddy Dog through Jan 1, 2014. The abused and abandoned dogs and cats awaiting adoption are in desperate need of these items and YOU can make a difference! We will travel to your home even if you are not a client. Please tell all of your friends, family, neighbors and co-workers. For more information or to schedule a pick up call 781-492-8700.
Learning Styles
Most students learn in a combination of ways but lean toward one style. Understanding how your child learns can help you and their tutor support homework, projects and studying. Over the next week we will take a closer look at the 7 learning styles. Try to see which learning styles your child may use.
Common Core State Standards Initiative Major Changes: Standardized Tests
The Common Core State Standards Initiative will trigger a higher level of critical thinking and deeper understanding into your child’s curriculum. There will also be a new standardized test in English and math. The Common Core benchmarks will be supported by one of two new standardized tests in the 2014-2015 school year.
Common Core State Standards Initiative Major Changes: Math
The Common Core State Standards Initiative seeks to standardize and improve education across the nation. Another major change due to Common Core State Standards Initiative to be on the lookout for is in math. Students will be required to show more work in solving math problems. Tomorrow we will have more Common Core State Standards Initiative changes to be aware of.
Common Core State Standards Initiative Major Changes: Reading and Writing
New public school standards for learning called the Common Core State Standards Initiative will launch this fall in 45 states across the United States including Massachusetts. There will be changes in your child’s education due to the new standards. One of the major changes will be the inclusion of more nonfiction reading and persuasive writing in all grades. Check here tomorrow for more Common Core State Standards Initiative changes to watch out for.