Revisiting the Plausibility of Learning Style Theories with Evidence of Kinesthetic Perception: A Literature Review and Proof of Concept Towards Justifying Differentiated Instruction
Abstract:In spite of evidence against learning style theories, educators feel the need for individualized instruction. Complex concepts may require a robust instructional design, learner feedback, and sound understanding of the learning process. This suggests the need to rethink the potential of learning styles in academic success. This paper hypothesizes that inherent traits of learners predisposes them to processing information in a certain way, requiring differentiated instruction for complex concepts. A proof of co… Show more
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