There's more than one way to skin a cat

There's more than one way to skin a cat
Why is it that you do better in some classes than in others? Of course there can be several reasons, but your individual learning style may also affect your performance.
Test questions like anything else can be tackled in a variety of different ways - all of which can lead to the correct answer. Some people may understand a problem explained verbally, others may prefer a visual explanation, while others may prefer to work through the problem by themselves. Some people see learning as a means to an ends and just don't like it at all!


Identifying your own learning style can take some time and effort and unfortunately as we get older we tend to get more and more stuck in our old ways. There are a number of pop quizzes available online such as MBTI and Multiple Intelligences which can help you glean a feel for your most predominant style but the most important thing to do is some self-analysis. (If you want feedback on the MBTI quiz you can get it here.)


Start by looking at your past learning experiences and reflect on both the positives and negatives. What were your study habits? Which worked best/worst? What was the environment like? How much time did you spend studying? Next, move to the present and analyze what you need to change to improve your learning efficiency to emulate your ideal learning conditions. Finally, draw up a plan, stick to it and review it regularly.


Plans and routines are great but it is also important to note that you shouldn't be afraid of exploring new ways of learning from time to time. Although you may feel you are comfortable with a certain routine that you are 'used to' sometimes it can be beneficial to try a different approach and step outside your comfort zone to explore an alternative way of doing something. The classroom is the best place to take risks, make mistakes and try out new strategies, as this will better prepare you for whatever it is you hoping to achieve outside the classroom.




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