The KSL Learner
You are a learner with a kinesthetic, solitary, and left-brain-dominated learning style. You have a very hands-on approach to learning, preferring to engage in physical activities where you can interact with the concept being taught. You tend to find peace in isolation, learning best when you are alone with your thoughts, and being able to deconstruct the information presented to you. You find your learning to be detail-oriented, paying special attention to the small things in lessons.
General Study Tips
1. Use real-world examples and refer to them often in your notes to help you understand abstract ideas.
2. Review previous assessments and exams because it can help you get a grasp of what to expect.
3. Fidget if you cannot sit still and take frequent breaks to move around, but make sure to refocus after.
4. Find a place in your home that is fully dedicated to study as this trains your brain to hyperfocus.
5. Set frequent goals and create a study schedule that is rewarding to gives you motivation.
6. Figure out how to explain concepts and definitions in your own words to improve memory capacity.
7. Create an organized schedule and to-do list so you can stay on top of your learning.
8. Break down large tasks into smaller steps so they are more manageable from a short-term perspective.
9. Ask your teacher for clear rubrics and guidelines so that you know exactly what to work towards.
Suggested Strategy: Feynman Technique
The Feynman Technique is a memorization method that helps to declutter your mind and affirm your understanding of a subject. First, write down everything you know about the topic on a piece of paper and try and break it down into its essential components. Once you have a grasp of the subject, find a friend or family member and teach them everything you know. Have your audience ask you to clarify certain points or ask probing questions. After this interaction you will most likely notice some holes in your knowledge base, so go back and study what you missed. Once you have a firm understanding of the topic, cut away all the excess information and bring it back to basics. Pretend you are teaching the information to a child. Keep repeating this step until you can confidently teach the information back to someone.
The Feynman Technique challenges your understanding of a topic and forces you to form a cohesive grasp of all fronts of the subject. Furthermore, removing the excess details and difficult words requires a deeper understanding of the topic that goes beyond simple memorization. Overall, the Feynman Technique is an effective study method that forces learners to dig a deep well of information that is certain to stick in their minds for a while.
Why Feynman: The Feynman Technique involves teaching concepts, which can be hands-on and interactive, making it ideal for kinesthetic learners. It also supports solitary learning and encourages logical thinking, fitting left-brain dominance.