Common Learning Styles Demonstrated By the Kindergarten Pupils of Magsaysay Elementary School Atimonan II District, Atimonan, Quezon Sy: 2017 -2018

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The learning process has been one of the most important aspects of human life. Student's learning styles are among the acquired factors. Based on their individual differences, diverse students employ different learning styles. As such, teachers are tasked to consider the individual differences among the pupils in planning for effective instruction.

METHODS

This study made used of the descriptive method to describe the learning style of the kindergarten pupils of Magsaysay Elementary School. There are seven males and six females with a total of thirteen kindergarten pupils. It employed this method to answer questions concerning the status of the subject of the study. The researcher formulated an observational checklist to find the learning style of the respondents. To analyze the data, the weighted mean was employed.

RESULTS

Different people approach learning in different ways. Some are visual learner, auditory, and tactile learners. As such, at the time of this study, most of the respondents were kinesthetic learners. They were active learners. They could interact and respond to their environment and utilize learning by doing. On the other hand, the visual learning style was found as the least demonstrated by the respondents. They were iconic learners and more interested in visual imagery such as film, graphic display, or pictures to solidify their learning. Other good learning aids for visual learners include highlighters with notes and reading assignments, a small whiteboard for quick concept sketches, and flashcards. Since visual learners can get easily distracted if they are exposed to too many sights and colors, schools must create a quiet, non-distracting space for them to work.

DISCUSSIONS

Children learn better in school when their individual learning style is recognized and supported. School, as a second home for children, should provide an environment that would foster learning and positive relationship among school personnel and pupils. As such, kindergarten teachers need to be knowledgeable with these for them to be truly intentional and effective teachers.