Gina,
Does your school system do any testing to find out what style of learning bets fits your son?
Some kids learn better by hearing/listening, others by seeing/reading, others by doing, etc...
There are many ways of learning, styles of learning, types of learning... here are some links for you -
http://www.washington.edu/doit/TeamN/types.html
Quote:
Howard Gardner (1983, 1999) breaks down knowledge into seven types. He developed a theory of multiple intelligences based upon research in the biological sciences, logistical analysis, and psychology. These intelligences include:
Logical-mathematical intelligence: the ability to detect patterns, think logically, reason and analyze, and compute mathematical equations.
Linguistic intelligence: the mastery of oral and written language in self-expression and memory.
Spatial intelligence: the ability to recognize and manipulate patterns (large or small) in spatial relationships (e.g., pilots, sculptors, architects).
Musical intelligence: the ability to recognize and compose musical quality (pitches, tones), and content (rhythms, patterns) for production and performance.
Kinesthetic intelligence: the ability to use the body, or parts of the body to create products or solve problems (e.g., athletes, dancers, surgeons).
Interpersonal intelligence: the ability to recognize another's intentions, and feelings.
Intrapersonal intelligence: the ability to understand oneself and use the information to self-manage.
Gardner's theory purports that people use a type of intelligence according to the type of learning that is necessary, their personal strengths and abilities, and the environment in which the learning takes place.
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http://www.nwlink.com/~donclark/hrd/bloom.html
Quote:
There is more than one type of learning. A committee of colleges, led by Benjamin Bloom, identified three domains of educational activities:- Cognitive: mental skills (Knowledge)
- Affective: growth in feelings or emotional areas (Attitude)
- Psychomotor: manual or physical skills (Skills)
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Other links with good info-
http://www.chaminade.org/inspire/learnstl.htm
http://www.wncc.edu/studentservices/..._learning.html
http://www.ncsu.edu/felder-public/ILSdir/styles.htm
http://www.metamath.com/lsweb/fourls.htm
Usually, when anyone (child or adult) is tested for intelligence, the test includes questions that are framed in each learning style or type so that the results of the intelligence test are not biased by a learning style/type and so the test is accurate for children/adults with each learning style.
So, the test results show that he is intelligent. In my opinion, now the question is how can he be taught to fit his learning style/type so that he can use his intelligence to it's full potential.
I hope that helps,
Liz
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