Learning styles in Sociology class
I think its easy to hit the different learning styles in the course I teach which is Sociology.
I agree with the statement that learning styles affects how a person learns, acts in group settings,participates in classroom discussions, solves problems. Therefore, I utilize powerpoint, refer to case studies in the book, show a videos that relate to various topics within the chapter, and use group activities & exercises. Its how we perceive, gather and process information. Everyone has different ways of learning. Knowing what your students learning styles are will make learning easier therefore making it more enjoyable for them to learn, which makes the instructors job less stressful.
Hi Megan, Thanks for your post to the forum. All the courses that I teach are also General Education. It takes some creativity to come up with a variety of delivery options! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career.
Susan Polick
Hi Marlene,
I also teach Sociology and do find that changing methods of demonstration can compliment many learning styles. I am a huge fan of Power Points, because they compliment visual and Written styles. Throughout lecture, I also periodically write/ draw on the bored to get the hands-on learners involved. For this latter learning type, I find the most difficult to cater to in my teaching, as Sociology being a GE class does not offer labs like core classes.
Hi Marlene, Thanks for your post to the forum. From the description of your instruction, you are certainly reaching all the learning styles! Best wishes for continued success in your teachinbg career. Susan
Susan Polick
