Learning Style Engagement Resource
Learning Style Engagement Resource
Learning Style Engagement Resource
Reflector Reflectors are able to look at things from Get feedback in user consultations (group
different perspectives. work)
They are sensitive. They prefer to watch Members of user groups that can provide
rather than do, tending to gather information feedback (on progress and impact)
and use imagination to solve problems. Provide ‘how to’ videos, showing how
They are best at viewing concrete situations others do the new work
several different viewpoints. Match with a peer trainer before asking
They have broad cultural interests and like to them to work on their own
gather information.
They are interested in people, tend to be
imaginative and emotional, and tend to be
strong in the arts.
They prefer to work in groups, to listen with
an open mind and to receive personal
feedback.
Theorist The Theorist learning preference is for a Provide written communication regarding
concise, logical approach. the how and why of the change (e.g.
To them, ideas and concepts are more Business Case and Change Plan)
important than people. Provide instruction guides, FAQs, User
They require good clear explanation rather Manuals, background reading,
than practical opportunity. competitor analysis, White Papers,
They excel at understanding wide-ranging historical documents of previous changes
information and organising it a clear logical with similar impact
format. Provide lecture videos explaining the
They are less focused on people and more change effort
interested in ideas and abstract concepts.
They are more attracted to logically sound
theories than approaches based on practical
value.
In formal learning situations, they prefer
readings, lectures, exploring analytical
models, and having time to think things
through.
Pragmatist People with a Pragmatist learning style can Provide prototypes to experiment on
solve problems and will use their learning to Involve in User Acceptance testing to
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Learning Style Engagement
References:
Honey, P. and Mumford, A. (1986) The Manual of Learning Styles, Peter Honey Associates.
Kolb, D. A. (1984). Experiential learning: Experience as the source of learning and development (Vol.
1). Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall.
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