Learning by Doing!

Why Kinesthetic Learning?

We KNOW there are three types of learning styles: Visual, Auditory, and Kinesthetic. As mathematics teachers, we tend to lean mostly toward visual and auditory and often overlook opportunities to engage the “hands-on” learner. In early childhood, kinesthetic learning experiences such as building legos, puzzles, blocks, and playdough are natural; our brains are wired this way to learn through play and experiencing new information! However, as we age, reading and writing become more of the norm for learning new information.

Kinesthetic learning, also known as tactile learning, is a style that involves physical activity and hands-on experience to help people understand and retain information. Kinesthetic learners prefer to learn by doing and experiencing, rather than listening or reading.

Examples of Kinesthetic Learning in Middle and High School