Visuals are highly important when it comes to learning. There are a lot of different learning methods which teachers should apply in their teaching in order to interest different types to learning styles. Visual learning is definitely one of them. There are various visual aids for teacher to use in their classroom: they can play videos, show pictures, use slide shows, charts, powerpoint presentations, etc. All of these can help student learn because they can actually see what is being taught to them. It really enchances learning because hearing words is abstract, whereas, visuals are concrete and therefore easier to be remembered.
Visual learning can also decrease learning time and improve comprehension. According to a study, visual learning plays an important role in the development of individuals, it promotes higher order of thinking skills and abilities.
In summery, in order to have an effective lesson, teacher should include visual learning in their teaching because it makes learning much more meaningful for students and it meets their needs.
References:
Dhanapal, S., Kanapathy, R., & Mastan, J. (2014). A study to understand the role of visual arts in the teaching and learning of science. Asia-Pacific Forum On Science Learning & Teaching, 15(2), 1-25.
Questions:
1. What is the best way to integrate visuals into the lessons?
2. Which visual aid do you like the most?
3. Is visual learing more efficiant?
Hi Nada
ReplyDeleteI think my favorite visual aids depend on the lesson objectives. Sometimes traditional poster board and markers, featuring enough white space and limited information serve the same purpose as high- tech presentation software. If the information is centrally located for all students to see, then a low-tech approach is acceptable. Bells and Whistles do not automatically equate to better visual aids.
Hi Nada.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading your post,
Which visual aid do you like the most?
Students are different in their learning style, I would use different types of visuals to help all students understand. For example, some students prefer learning by using pictures, and others enjoy learning by using maps or slides. I can ask them if they enjoy learning by using certain type of visual aids, otherwise I can choose other types that they prefer.
I think it is important to meet all students’ needs to help them learning effectively.