The Myth of Learning Styles

What is learning (memory)? - 0:21
What are "learning style" (meshing hypothesis) - 2:07
Researching the meshing hypothesis - 3:19
Focus on teaching styles - 7:00
Effective study techniques/schedule - 9:55
Variable interval learning - 13:21
[activity] - 14:55
Learning theories - 17:32
Community of Inquiry - 26:33

The concept of learning styles is that if a learner’s innate preference favors a visual approach, then the teacher should work to present the material in a visual manner and eschew other tactics, such as lecturing or lab work. This teacher might look for a relevant video or utilize visual aids. Whatever the innate learning preference, the teacher will work to accommodate the student.

Learning styles are commonly cited in blog posts and literature on teaching and learning. Over the years, people have suggested dozens of different learning styles. However, many of the empirical studies that have sought to establish the validity of the meshing hypothesis either cannot confirm the validity, or conclude that it is not a valid educational construct. Many researchers and industry leaders are now touting the meshing hypothesis as a spurious educational fallacy.

[thadstott]

This is the best video I've ever seen on this subject! I wish more educators could understand these concepts. Thanks for the clear explanations and for providing effective alternatives.

[misheckbanda]

Very insightful, well simplified, was really struggling to get this concept 👏 thank you very much!

[michelledaniel]

Thought this was a really good explanation of some concepts that I was confused about! Thanks!

[iwantagoodnameplease]

23:30 grey/gray! I've been trying to remember that for years.

And also I agree about DST. The EU have been trying to ditch it for years but keep finding excuses not to

[Otaku]

Obvious shill for teachers unions.

Argues that learning styles are invalid, then says think outside the box; invalidates own argument.