Learning Visions

MAY 21, 2007

Cammy Beans Learning Visions Musings on eLearning, instructional design and other training stuff. Monday, May 21, 2007 Learning Styles as Fortune Telling My research into understanding the role of learning styles in e-Learning continues. As a practical person, I tend to avoid theory.

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LearnDash

APRIL 30, 2020

So, in the interest of promoting better learning, let’s review a few of the biggest myths to see if we can eradicate them for good. Everyone has a learning “style.”. Let’s start with this one as it is one of the most prevalent learning myths out there. You’re either “right-brained” or “left-brained.”.

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eLearning 24-7

JUNE 29, 2020

This post is going to be somewhat different than in the past, specifically a result of the argument of the effectiveness of learning styles and if they even exist. Nope, in all the counter-arguments it was focusing on one item, learning styles, which initially was going to make up only a small part of the post.

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Dashe & Thomson

OCTOBER 16, 2011

Doug Rohrer, a psychologist at the University of South Florida, has looked very closely at the learning style theory over the last several years and has found no evidence to suggest that multiple learning styles exist among different people. Well, turns out they were full of it. Make them stand up.

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Learnnovators

DECEMBER 16, 2015

What’s your learning style? It’s a hard choice, especially since according to one comprehensive study there are over 71 learning styles from a range of different models. It’s a hard choice, especially since according to one comprehensive study there are over 71 learning styles from a range of different models.

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Learning Visions

MAY 10, 2007

Cammy Beans Learning Visions Musings on eLearning, instructional design and other training stuff. Thursday, May 10, 2007 Learning Styles In 1996, when I first started working as an "instructional designer", I was taught about learning styles. This time, I scored stronger on auditory than visual.

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Learning Visions

MAY 24, 2007

Cammy Beans Learning Visions Musings on eLearning, instructional design and other training stuff. Thursday, May 24, 2007 Brain Plasticity & Cognitive Abilities Ive just read Richard Nantels post The Ultimate Pretest in which he talks about his interest in brain plasticity. Me brain feels very, very small. We got Wii!

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Learning Visions

MAY 9, 2007

Cammy Beans Learning Visions Musings on eLearning, instructional design and other training stuff. From the CFT vantage, multiple representations is not about providing the same information in a different format (the learning styles approach), but rather presenting different perspectives on that information. We got Wii!

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eFront

JANUARY 10, 2019

Or the way it’s being presented doesn’t align with their personal learning style. Too much theory and limited interaction can lead to loss of interest. Include a mix of them to make it as engaging as possible for all learning preferences. Start with a bang and maintain the momentum. Include real stories and experiences.

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Learning Visions

MAY 16, 2007

Cammy Beans Learning Visions Musings on eLearning, instructional design and other training stuff. Wednesday, May 16, 2007 Debunking the Learning Styles Myth As you may know, Ive been on a focused mission to better understand so-called learning styles and their place -- or not -- in e-Learning.

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Dashe & Thomson

JUNE 2, 2011

A couple of months ago I posted a blog about Accelerated Learning, and my experiences with it, before I even knew such a thing as Accelerated Learning existed. I had participated in a program on Accelerated Learning, or Whole Brain Learning, at the Minnesota Chapter of the International Society of Performance Improvement (MNISPI).

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LearnUpon

APRIL 25, 2019

Adult Learning Theory, also known as a ndragogy is a concept that has been around for years. It highlights the distinct ways adults best respond to learning and it’s a must-know for any training provider. What is Adult Learning Theory? Over the years, the theory has been adapted and added to.

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Learning Visions

MAY 18, 2006

Cammy Beans Learning Visions Musings on eLearning, instructional design and other training stuff. Thursday, May 18, 2006 A General Theory of Love An article in National Geographic about the chemistry of love sparked a conversation with my friend Bob. He sent me a book, " A General Theory of Love."

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Learning Visions

MAY 1, 2007

This would be for those who want to take their own learning to the next level. A list of important books, key terminology, basic theory. And, more importantly, you can improve your design when you understand the theory. (Im Im not a big theory person. And I have learned a lot by looking into each of them.

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The Learning Circuits

JULY 1, 2010

There's been a lot of discussion around cognitive theory and "how the brain learns." But even with all of that discussion there's a question of whether people are really making changes to the design of their online learning. So, it should look like: Tony Karrer - e-Learning 2.0

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TalentLMS

MAY 5, 2015

This is a typical misconception; the use of traditional learning material in an online learning environment. It is an experience that stimulates almost all five senses of the human brain. eLearning is more than that. eLearning is all about generating immersiveLearning environments.

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TalentLMS

MAY 5, 2015

This is a typical misconception; the use of traditional learning material in an online learning environment. It is an experience that stimulates almost all five senses of the human brain. eLearning is more than that. eLearning is all about generating immersiveLearning environments.

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Patti Shank

DECEMBER 6, 2017

L&D has its own version of fake news: fads, made-up theories (and how to implement) in conflict with what research or science says, and people selling ideas using devious means. Someone used me to push learning styles for training? As you likely know, the research is clear that learning styles aren't "a thing." (See

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Learning Visions

NOVEMBER 11, 2009

These are live blogged notes from DevLearn '09 -- session with Ruth Clark on Evidenced Based E-Learning. I arrived a few minutes late to the session and just had to dive in. ** Learning Styles/the Learning Styles Myth -- Did an experiment: Self report, Barsch learning style inventory, memory test.

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Learning Visions

MAY 5, 2007

Cammy Beans Learning Visions Musings on eLearning, instructional design and other training stuff. Saturday, May 05, 2007 Humble Learning Moment File this one under the challenging of outdated theories and assumptions. Ive been reading e-Learning and the Science of Instruction (2003) by Ruth Clark and Richard Mayer.

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Learningtogo

AUGUST 1, 2017

Neuroscience is the convergence of multiple scientific disciplines applied to the study of how brains work. With the invention of Functional Resonance Imaging (fMRI) and other technologies, we can observe the brain in action. In some cases, these discoveries are validating long-held theories drawn from psychology and philosophy.

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Tony Karrer

APRIL 7, 2009

Tools Collaborative Learning Using Web 2.0 Applications in Learning Rethinking Learning Styles Understanding E-Learning 2.0 Bryan Chapman Tips for facilitators in Ning The ‘Least Assistance’ Principle No more excuses for poor e-learning content eLearning Defined eLearning Technology. Tools - A Summary PR 2.0:

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LearnUpon

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Whole Brain Thinking is a theory that’s been around since the 1970’s. It focuses on the thinking preferences of different people and it aims to enlighten training professionals and learners on the nuances of the brain when learning. Tremendously popular, it’s one of the most common approaches to learning.

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Learning with e's

MARCH 25, 2018

Some educational myths are about the nature of learning, others concern the role of teachers, or technology, and of course, there are several questionable theories floating around about the human brain and how we learn. Take for example, the idea of learning styles. This received just 6% of votes.

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Upside Learning

JUNE 26, 2024

Improve your learning experiences with insights on how to effectively integrate video into your L&D strategy. It’s not just about short duration—it’s about brain-friendly bits and quick fixes. Join us as we decode performance support and spaced learning, reshaping your understanding of microlearning.

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Big Dog, Little Dog

MARCH 7, 2012

Yes I'm a few days late for David Kelly’s Learning Styles ‘Awareness’ Day , so I hope you forgive me. While most of the recent posts on using learning styles in instructional design have been mainly against using them, I'm going to. Sensing and Intuitive Learning Styles.

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Trivantis

MARCH 12, 2014

This technique is based of George Miller’s research on cognitive load theory, which says there’s a limit to the amount of information the human brain can hold at a time. Chunking the content into bits allows the brain to manage it. Learning styles. Content chunking. Like this post?

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SincX Learn

AUGUST 21, 2024

Ever wonder how our brains process the endless stream of information we encounter daily? Welcome to the intriguing realm of Information Processing Theory! Inspired by computers, the development of early computers in the 1940s and 1950s heavily influenced the conceptualization of Information Processing Theory.

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OpenSesame

MARCH 16, 2012

I’ve recently been reading quite a few articles, tweets and blog posts about whether learning styles exist. Most I read make their arguments against, but there are still others who are holding onto their belief in the various models and theories. What is a “learning style”? “, VARK Learn.

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HexaLearn

DECEMBER 18, 2024

It is a powerful way of learning and forming a relationship for better understanding between the narration and students. Educators can recast complicated theories with the help of stories that are relatable. It ensures that education is a personalized process by bridging the gap between various learning styles.

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KnowledgeOne

JULY 7, 2022

Note that the nervous system includes our fascinating brain. In terms of the field’s history, we are most familiar with its advances in the 1990s, when the advent of functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) shed new light on the functioning of the brain, allowing live and safe visualization of its structure and function.

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Maestro

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

What’s your learning style? At one point or another, most of us have expressed our learning styles and learning preferences: maybe you consider yourself a visual learner; maybe you consistently get tripped up when listening to audio lectures. So, what does the science really say about learning styles?

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 14, 2019

Our brains receive non-stop input from all five senses every moment we are awake. In the face of this enormous amount of daily input, our brains develop subconscious coping mechanisms that we can use to quickly make daily decisions. What Are Cognitive Biases? Cognitive biases result when these coping mechanisms fail.

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CourseArc

JUNE 28, 2017

Our brains are impressive computers, but they only have so much available memory, so every new piece of information we encounter is viewed through a relevance filter — the equivalent of our brain asking, “do I need to remember this” or “will this be on the test?”

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Webanywhere

JANUARY 6, 2025

The answer lies in understanding how adult students learn. Enter Adult Learning Theory (otherwise known as andragogy) highlights how adults learn differently from children. While it’s a relatively simple theory, the underpinnings are essential for every corporate trainer to know.

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Mike Taylor

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Ulrich Boser ( @ulrichboser ) gives us three practical ways to build your learning skills, based on research. The Truth About Teaching to Learning Styles, and What to Do Instead. The spacing effect is a far more effective way to learn and retain information that works with our brain instead of against it.

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Professional Online Learning | ecadema

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Here in this article we will throw a light on different learning styles and how learners can recognize the best learning style for them to stay competitive. What is the relation between learning styles and finding a job? What is a Learning Style? Why Are Learning Styles Important?

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