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In this April 4 webinar, 4 different learning styles - Visual, Auditory, Reading & Writing, and Kinesthetic, as well as 4 major personality styles - Reflective, Director, Emotive, and Supportive were covered. Through these two lenses of diversity, strategies and techniques that can be used to engage your entire class were discussed. Also take a look at the way our new technology solution, MindTap, which is a personal learning experience, can address the diversity within your class - helping you to appeal to all the students on your roster.
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Appealing to Diverse Learners
Tom McDermottPittsburgh Technical InstituteCengage TeamUP Faculty Advisor
Troy AndersonCengage Learning
Market Development Manager
– Likes
– Interests
– Goals
– Problems
– Skills
– Vocabulary
– Fears
Snowflakes, not Cookie Cut-Outs
• Our students are different in many ways:
– Levels of intelligence
– Cultures
– Want different learning environments
– Levels of emotional/psychological stability
– Learning preferences
– Personalities
• Your input? How are our students unique? Please add to this list…
Your Experience?
• How much experience do you have with the learning styles (Auditory, Visual, and Kinesthetic)?
PollTime!
Three Basic Learning Styles
• Visual
• Auditory
• Kinesthetic
• How do you appeal to each? Please give your input…
Personality Classification Systems
• Myers Briggs
• DiSC
• Four Personality Styles
The Four Personality StylesSO
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DOMINANCE CONTINUUM HighLow
Supportive Nice, low key, good listener, avoids use of power, good follower, loyal, steady, seeks
reassurance, too laid back, waffles, agreeable, friendly, avoids seeking attention, apologizes, fears sudden
change, like people
EmotiveEntertaining, talkative, unfocused, loud,
abrasive, spontaneous, uninhibited, extroverted, persuasive, exaggerates,
enthusiastic, likes attention, wears red, fears rejection, animated
ReflectiveDisciplined, deliberate, aloof, deep thinker, searches for proof, perceptive, monotone, analytical, quiet, orderly, avoids decisions,
formal with others, complains, fears criticism, reads manuals, systematic
DirectorSerious, goal-oriented, likes to lead and win,
strong opinions, cold, prefers driver’s seat, direct, independent,
won’t admit when wrong, go-getter, controlling, business-like, sensitive to being
hustled
We’re in Good Company
Supportive Meryl Streep, Kevin Costner,
Mary Tyler Moore, Paula Abdul, George H. W. Bush, Abe Lincoln, Drew Carey,
Sponge Bob Square Pants,
Winnie the Pooh, Julia Roberts, Magic Johnson
EmotiveRachael Ray, Jay Leno,
Ronald Reagan, Bill Clinton, Jim Carrey, Oprah Winfrey, Ryan Seacrest, Dane Cook,
The Situation, Rosie O’Donnell,
Terrell Owens, Tigger
ReflectiveAlbert Einstein, Alan Greenspan, Jimmy
Carter, Dr. Joyce Brothers, Linus Van Pelt, Eeyore, Joe Friday, Mr. Rogers, Clark
Kent, MacGyver, Bill Gates,
Bill Belichick, Ben Stein
DirectorBill Parcels, Barbara Walters, Jesse Ventura, Peyton Manning, Donald
Trump, General Patton, Dick Cheney, Simon Cowell,
Lucy Van Pelt, Martha Stewart, Mr. Krabbs, Indiana Jones
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DOMINANCE CONTINUUM HighLow
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Personality Styles in Your Classroom
Whispers to neighbors, goes along with instructor, rarely starts trouble or argues
grade, empathizes w/ instructor, likes group work, lacks determination, hands in
work late, friendly
Talkative, participates, unites people, points out the humor in things,
fun, complains openly,used to conflict, leaves in a huff, lacks
discipline, unorganized, unfocused, gets bored easily
Quiet, finds the errors, analyzes, needs time and details, task-oriented,
may not want group work, doesn’t like debating/arguing, few facial expressions,
rarely volunteers answers, approaches instructor after class, reads during class
On task, blunt, takes leadership role, good at testing, responds to challenge,
focused, knows the goal and works toward it, fights for grades, tries to
control class, lacks humility, can intimidate other students
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DOMINANCE CONTINUUM HighLow
Hig
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EmotiveSupportive
Reflective Director
What Style is Yours?
• Yes, there can be blends of styles, but which is your most prominent style?
PollTime!
• If you feel you need much more information, you may be a reflective.
The Four Personality StylesSO
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DOMINANCE CONTINUUM HighLow
Supportive Nice, low key, good listener, avoids use of power, good follower, loyal, steady, seeks
reassurance, too laid back, waffles, agreeable, friendly, avoids seeking attention, apologizes, fears sudden
change, like people
EmotiveEntertaining, talkative, unfocused, loud,
abrasive, spontaneous, uninhibited, extroverted, persuasive, exaggerates,
enthusiastic, likes attention, wears red, fears rejection, animated
ReflectiveDisciplined, deliberate, aloof, deep thinker, searches for proof, perceptive, monotone, analytical, quiet, orderly, avoids decisions,
formal with others, complains, fears criticism, reads manuals, systematic
DirectorSerious, goal-oriented, likes to lead and win,
strong opinions, cold, prefers driver’s seat, direct, independent,
won’t admit when wrong, go-getter, controlling, business-like, sensitive to being
hustled
Teaching Strengths & Personality Connection
• Task-Focused
– Directors: Plan well, knowledgeable, cover a lot of material, hold students accountable
– Reflectives: Organized, accurate with information, logical sequence
• People-Focused
– Supportives: Patient, build rapport, set students at ease
– Emotives: Humorous, fun/interesting, relate to students
Appealing to SUPPORTIVES in the Classroom
• Create a harmonious environment
• Build the relationship
• Chat with them outside of class
• Smile and stay loose
• Use group activities
• Assist them with directions and work
Appealing to REFLECTIVES in the Classroom
• Use a sequential, organized structure
• Don’t put them on the spot in class
• Don’t spring anything on them or rush them
• Give them details and additional info
• Give them the manual
• When possible, give them the option of writing assignment instead of a speech
Appealing to EMOTIVES in the Classroom
• Spice it up! Do something interesting or spontaneous; don’t bore them
• Maintain a fast pace, few details
• Use skits, Socratic Seminars, presentations
• Let them participate in the discussion
• Praise them
• Ask their opinion
Appealing to DIRECTORS in the Classroom
• Be prepared
• Let them lead or direct something
• If possible, give them some control
• Give them a test; challenge them
• Give them space to do their work
• Project an image of strength and confidence
For More Info on Personalities…
• Effective Human Relations by Reece, Brandt and Howie. – Contact your Cengage
Learning representative.
• Email [email protected]
Conclusion
• Vary our approaches
• Vary our assessments
• Anticipate differences
• Adapt to the students as much as possible
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The Four Personality Styles within SO
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DOMINANCE CONTINUUM HighLow
Supportive ReadSpeaker, ConnectYard, Kaltura,
Google Docs, YouTube,
Learning Path
EmotiveKaltura, YouTube, Evernote,
ConnectYard, ReadSpeaker, Assessment Learning Path organization
ReflectiveCharts/Graphs, MindTap Reader,
Flashcards, Notes/Highlighting, Dictionary,
Assessments
DirectorAssignments, Quizzes, Exams, Homework,
MindTap Reader, Google Docs, ReadSpeaker for multi-tasking, ConnectYard
The Four Personality Styles within
READSPEAKERGOOGLE DOCS
VIDEOEVERNOTE
CONNECT YARD
The Four Personality Styles within
Supportive ReadSpeaker, ConnectYard, Kaltura,
Google Docs, YouTube,Learning Path
The Four Personality Styles within
EmotiveKaltura, YouTube, Evernote,
ConnectYard, ReadSpeaker, Assessment Learning Path organization
The Four Personality Styles within
ReflectiveCharts/Graphs, MindTap Reader, Flashcards,
Notes/Highlighting, Dictionary,Assessments
The Four Personality Styles within
DirectorAssignments, Quizzes, Exams, Homework,
MindTap Reader, Google Docs, ReadSpeaker for multi-tasking, ConnectYard
Learning Path
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