Auditory learners: These students can be referred to as musical learners. They learn by hearing and so musical lessons appeal to them. They also like to hear concepts and examples explained to them. Auditory learners can be easily distracted and caught off guard. Explaining lessons with engaging and interesting tones can help such learners. If there are musical aids they can also be useful.

Social learners: Or interpersonal learners. These students enjoy group or collaborative learning activities. They are good communicators and are often emotionally intelligent. They learn well in setting where they are most comfortable. Include group learning and collaborative activities in your lessons. Also, give social learners specific roles within groups that allow them to use up their energy without causing a distraction. These learners can possess or combine any of the five learning styles mentioned.

Solitary learners: Or intrapersonal learners. These students like to learn by themselves. They are introspective and independent learners. Solitary learners like to go about their tasks alone. Just like the social learners, solitary learners can possess any of the other five learning styles. Make room for them to learn alone by encouraging library time and assigning individual assignments and projects.

The key to harnessing these learning styles is to use a mixed-learning approach. By incorporating them into your lessons you cater to each student’s unique style. You must be able to identify your student’s strengths and weaknesses to be able to do these effectively.