The VAK model

1. The VAK Model Bettina Alexandra Langheim COMPETÈNCIES, RECURSOS I ESTRATÈGIES D'APRENENTATGE DE L'ANGLÈS

2. Content The VAK Model Types of Learning Style Different Strategies Good Resourses Conclusion

3. What is t he VAK Model? Common , widely used model (Fleming) Defines the preferred learning style of a person

4. Learning Styles Visual Learners Think in visual images Prefer watching videos & movies Look at pictures Create visual methaphors

5. Learning Styles

6. Learning Styles Good performers Interact with their environment Use body language to express emotions

7. Different Strategies What visual learners should do: Use c olour to highlight important points Write down important information Draw ideas as pictures Read clearly written directions Visualise spelling of words

8. Different Strategies What auditory learners should do : Read out aloud Recite information Use tunes , lyrics or rhymes Create or l isten to tapes

9. Different Strategies What kinesthetic learners should d o : Make role plays to experience the topic Translate information into diagrams Recall information by counting on fingers Memorise a certain drill while moving

10. Good Resourses Find out what type of learner YOU are ! http://eugenia.atspace.com/ http://www.brainboxx.co.uk/A3_ASPECTS/pages/VAK_quest.htm My research websites : http://ichwurdegezwungendieszuerstellen.blogspot.com.es/

11. Conclusion Definition of one`s learning style makes the learning process of a foreign language easier Offers good advice Some people have a mixed learning style -> No problem !!!

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