So you’re an auditory learner! Many people don’t fit perfectly into one particular learning style category but according to the “Which Kind of Learner are you” article, this is how you learn best! Read more to find out how you can excel as an auditory learner!
Get to know the Auditory Learner
The word ‘audio’ and ‘audible’ are associated with hearing and sound, so naturally auditory learning is connected to the way a learner interprets sound. Auditory learners learn best through their sense of hearing. In essence, this means that you retain information much better when it is presented through speech and sound.
Characteristics of an Auditory Learner
The auditory student has a distinct set of characteristics. Here a few a of the most common traits of someone inclined toward auditory learning:
- Social & Talkative
- Enjoys discussions
- Prefers spoken directions
- Difficulty concentrating in noisy environments
- Expresses emotion through tone and voice volume
- Good at memorizing audio
How to Excel as an Auditory Learner
As an auditory learner you are more than likely to be naturally prepared for the university environment. Socializing comes easy to you and class discussions are ideal for your learning style. However, studying might be a bit more challenging.
Auditory Study Strategies
Take your study game to the next level by tailoring it to exactly how you learn best! Here are some of the best study strategies for the auditory learner:
Repetition
Auditory learners process information much easier and quicker by hearing it. This is why when studying, speaking and repeating the content aloud will be most beneficial.
Record lectures
This is your secret weapon! A recording is much more valuable to an auditory learner than a stack of notes or flashcards. If you’re at a traditional university, you can easily record your lectures and listen to them as many times as you need to.
Verbal discourse
Information is sure to stick by engaging in discussions during lectures whenever you can. Conversation is a great device for the auditory learner, not only will it help you remember but also ensure that you fully comprehend the material.
Eliminate distractions
Because you are most receptive to sound, background noise may easily distract you. When studying ensure your environment is as quiet as possible.
With Distance Learning
Because you rely on speech and discussion, distance learning may sound impossible for the auditory learner. Here are a few study tips for the distance learning students:
- Because of how independent distance learning is, you won’t have any lectures to attend. Instead record yourself reading the material aloud and play it back when studying for any tests or exams.
- Having no professor or classmates might make having a discussion difficult. Try explaining to family and friends. You remember best when teaching to people who might know much about the topic.
Benefits of Auditory Learning
There are several benefits that can come from being an auditory learner. Most common benefits that auditory learners may enjoy include:
Allows for multitasking
Not having to see or read in order to learn makes for the increased ability to multitask. By merely listening to a recording, an auditory learner is able to retain information. This means that they can study and complete other tasks simultaneously.
Retain info more effectively
Kinesthetic/visual learners may hear the information but it’s most likely to go in one ear and out the other. Whereas with an auditory learner, the information is sure to stick.
Better communication skills
Because auditory learners prefer listening and verbal discussion, communicating and socializing comes easy to them.
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Author: Layla Theunissen
Date Published: October 12, 2020