Characteristics', Strengths and Teaching Strategies

AYESHA SHAHID
Certified Montessori Instructor
MS Library & Information Sciences
ayeshashahroze@gmail.com
Who are they?
• Being a visual learner entails thinking in pictures
rather than in words.
• Visual learners learn best by utilizing graphs,
tables, charts, maps, colors and diagrams.
• They also tend to learn holistically, instead of
sequentially, or in parts.
• One of the benefits of being a visual learner is
easily seeing the big picture. As a result, these
learners may sometimes miss out on the details.
How They Operate
Characteristics

• They tend to have a vivid imagination and this can sometimes

lead to daydreaming or mental wandering.
• Since they think primarily in pictures, they highly enjoy visual
stimulation.
• They tend to grasp the underlying meaning behind body
language and facial expressions. On the flip side, they may need
to see a person’s body language and facial expression to fully
understand what they are trying to say.
• They are typically good at reading maps and charts.
Characteristics (cont.)

• When it comes to spelling, they oftentimes need to visualize

the words in order to spell them correctly.
• They are usually good at using their intuition to solve
problems.
• They enjoy watching videos, using flash cards and
highlighting information.
• They easily notice new things in a room or physical changes
in a person.
Teaching Strategies

• Instead of writing out their work, allow students to represent

their learning in visual and creative ways. Creativity is key for a
visual-spatial learner.
• Provide them a personal whiteboard and dry-erase markers
with plenty of colors. This allows your child to easily draw out
ideas and concepts without wasting paper or taking up a lot of
room.
• Try using bright colors whenever possible as these help make an
imprint on your child’s mind.
Teaching Strategies (cont.)
Tips for Visual Learners

• Sit near the front of the

classroom.
• Have your eyesight checked on a
regular basis.
• Use flashcards to learn new
words.
• Try to visualize things that you
hear or things that are read to
you.
Tips for Visual Learners

• Write down key words, ideas,

or instructions.
• Draw pictures to help explain
new concepts and then
explain the pictures.
• Color code things.
• Avoid distractions during study
times.