Comparison of Teaching Style, Learning Style, and Multiple Intelligence,
with correlating class practices.
Teaching Styles | Learning Styles | Multiple Intelligence | Class Practices |
The Command Style | Plays with Words Plays with Questions |
Linguistic Logical-Mathematical |
The teacher makes all decisions. Students follow the teacher’s instructions. Specific time is allotted for each task. |
The Practice Style | Plays with Questions Plays Alone |
Logical-Mathematical Intrapersonal |
Teacher gives one task for students to do individually. Students work privately and as individuals on the exercise. Teachers provide time for individual, private feedback for students. |
Reciprocal Style | Plays with Words Plays with Questions Plays with Moving Plays with Socializing |
Linguistic Logical-Mathematical Bodily-Kinesthetic Interpersonal |
Teachers create "teams" or pairs. Students give and receive feedback from each other. Teachers function as the third partner. |
The Self-Check Style | Plays with Words Plays with Pictures Plays with Music Plays with Moving Plays Alone |
Linguistic Spatial Musical Bodily-Kinesthetic Intrapersonal |
Teacher serves as a facilitator for the class. Students are intrinsic with evaluation and process. The object is for students to learn from the mistakes they have made. |
The Inclusion Style | Plays with Words Plays with Questions Plays with Pictures Plays with Music Plays Alone |
Linguistic Logical-Mathematical Spatial Musical Intrapersonal |
Teachers help design tasks suited for each student’s ability level. Students decide to what level they will challenge themselves. |
The Guided Style | Plays with Questions Plays with Moving Plays with Socializing |
Logical-Mathematical Spatial Interpersonal |
Teacher asks a sequence of question, with a corresponding set of student answers. Teacher leads the learner. |