1. Linguistic Learner

Learning Style

Preferred Problem Solving

Classroom Behavior

• Learns best by saying, hearing, and seeing.
• Likes to read, write, tell stories.
• Is good at memorizing names, places, dates, and trivia.

·        Linguistic analysis and clarification of the problem.

• Persuasive speaking or verbal debate.
• Information search through reading or asking questions.
• Definition or terms of the problem.
• Written report of solutions.

• Loves talking, writing, and reading almost anything.
• Precisely expresses self both in writing and talking.
• Enjoys public speaking.
• Is sensitive to impact of words and language on others.
• Understands and enjoys plays on words & word games.

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2.Logical/Mathematical Learner

Learning Style

Preferred Problem Solving

Classroom Behavior

• Learns best by categorizing, classifying, and working with abstract patterns & relationships.
• Likes to do experiments, figure things out, work with numbers, ask  questions, and explore patterns and relationships.
• Is good at math, reasoning, logic, and problem solving.

Inductive or deductive thinking.

• Numerical patterns or equations.
• Math processes or operations.
• Calculation or measurement.
• Logical rationales of solutions.

• Is good at finding and understanding patterns.
• Is quick at solving a variety of problems.
• Can remember thinking formulas and strategies.
• Likes to identify, create and sort into categories.
• Is able to follow complex lines of reasoning and thought processes.

Hints for Adapting the PALS Curriculum:

3. Visual/Spatial Learner

Learning Style

Preferred Problem Solving

Classroom Behavior

• Learns best by visualizing, dreaming, using the mind's eye, and working with colors/pictures.
• Likes to draw, build, design, and create things; daydream; look at pictures/slides; watch movies; and play with machines.
• Is good at imagining things, sensing changes, mazes/puzzles, reading maps and charts.

• Diagrams, pictures, designs, and symbols.
• Visualization or imagination.
• Maps, blueprints, or flowcharts.
• Manipulatives.
• Colors and textures.

• Frequently doodles during class/meeting activities.

• Is helped by visuals and manipulatives.
• Likes painting, drawing, and working with clay.
• Has a good sense of direction & understanding
• Creates mental images easily; likes pretending.

Hints for Adapting the PALS Curriculum:

4. Musical/Rhythmic Learner

Learning Style

Preferred Problem Solving

Classroom Behavior

• Learns best by rhythm, melody, and music.
• Likes to sing, hum tunes, listen to music, play an instrument, and respond to music.
• Is good at picking up sounds, remembering melodies, noticing pitches/rhythms, and keeping time.

• Environmental.
• Singing or humming.
• Composition.
• Tonal or rhythmic patterns.
• Recognition of auditory schemata.

• Hums quietly to self while working or walking.
• Taps pencil, foot, or fingers while working.
• Can remember songs and rhymes easily.
• Likes to make up tunes and melodies.
• Senses musical elements in situations.

Hints for Adapting the PALS Curriculum:

5. Bodily/Kinesthetic Learner

Learning Style

Preferred Problem Solving

Classroom Behavior

• Learns best by touching, moving, and interacting with space; processes knowledge through bodily sensations.
• Likes to move around, touch, and talk; uses body language.
• Is good at physical activities (sports, dance, acting) and crafts.

• Dance/physical exercise movements.
• Dramatization and Physical gestures.
• Creating models or inventing.
• Physical simulation.

• Has difficulty sitting still or staying in seat.
• Uses body gestures and physical movement to express himself/herself.
• Is good in sports; is well-coordinated physically.
• Likes to invent things, put things together and take    them apart.
• Likes to demonstrate to others how to do something.

Hints for Adapting the PALS Curriculum:

6. Interpersonal Learner

Learning Style

Preferred Problem Solving

Classroom Behavior

• Learns best by sharing, comparing, relating, cooperating, and interviewing.
• Likes to have lots of friends, talk to people, and join groups.
• Is good at understanding people, leading others, organizing, communicating, manipulating, and mediating conflicts.
• Processes the world outside herself/himself; is comfortable if everyone else is comfortable; values people & likes to care for them.

• Discussion of solutions.
• Piggybacking ideas.
• Consensus building and compromise.
• Teamwork and division of labor.
• Positive and negative aspects of various solutions.

• Has an irresistible urge to discuss almost everything.
• Is good at listening and communicating.
• Is sensitive to the moods and feelings of others.
• Is a good and effective team player.
• Is able to figure out others motives and intentions.

Hints for Adapting the PALS Curriculum:

7. Intrapersonal Learner

Learning Style

Preferred Problem Solving

Classroom Behavior

• Learns best by working alone, individualized projects, self-paced instruction, and having own space.
• Likes to work alone and pursue own interests.
• Self attuned:  Is good at understanding self, focusing inward on feelings/dreams, following instincts, pursuing interests/goals, and being original.
• Processes the world inside himself/herself; talks only if necessary. 

• Solitary reflection or thinking.
• Affective processing or analysis.
• Focused concentration.
• Meta-cognitive processing or thinking.
• Self-identity posturing.

• Is highly intuitive and/or "flies by the seat of pants."
• Is quiet, very self-reflective and aware.
• Asks questions relentlessly; has an avid curiosity.
• Is able to express inner feelings in a variety of ways.
• Is individualistic and independent
• is not concerned about others' opinions.

Hints for Adapting the PALS Curriculum:

8. Naturalist

Learning Style

Preferred Problem Solving

Classroom Behavior

• Learns best by identifying and categorizing.
• Likes to collect, recognize, sort, and organize.
• Is good at identification and classification based on subtleties in appearance, texture, and sounds.

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·        Notices characteristics and patterns and makes connections between patterns.

• Innately senses appropriate categories based on characteristics observed and is able to group accordingly.
• Collects items from nature, studies & groups them

Hints for Adapting the PALS Curriculum: