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By Kendra Cherry, About.com Guide
Many students realize that they have a distinctive learning style. These learning styles impact
how well we learn under certain conditions. Some students learn best by hearing information,
while others learn best by seeing it. A number of different theories have emerged to describe
how students prefer to learn best.
One learning style theory is based on the work of analytical psychologist Carl Jung, who
developed a theory of psychological types designed to categorize people in terms of various
personality patterns. Jungs theory focuses on four basic psychological functions:
1. Extraversion vs. Introversion
2. Sensation vs. Intuition
3. Thinking vs. Feeling
4. Judging vs. Perceiving
This theory later led to the development of the now-famous Myers-Briggs Type Indicator. In
addition to influencing personality assessment, Jung's dimensions can also be used to assess
and describe various learning styles. While each dimension represents a unique aspect of a
learning style, it is important to remember that your own individual learning style may
include a combination of these dimensions. For example, your learning style might include
elements of extroverted, sensing, feeling, and perceiving learning styles. Read more about
each individual dimension in order to determine which combination best describes your
unique style.
Sensing learners are practical, realistic and focused on the external world.
Prefers to work in short sessions, rather than finishing a task all at once
More likely to look at the big picture rather than the details
Intuitive learners enjoy abstract thought, daydreaming and imagining the future.
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