{"id":10234,"date":"2017-12-01T19:21:08","date_gmt":"2017-12-01T16:21:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/demturkey.com\/?page_id=10234"},"modified":"2020-05-06T16:29:16","modified_gmt":"2020-05-06T13:29:16","slug":"kolb-learning-styles","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/demturkey.com\/en\/experiential-learning\/kolb-learning-styles\/","title":{"rendered":"Kolb Learning Styles"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1489757465967{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Learning Styles” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1556101859950{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556101914742{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”]<\/p>\n

Learning style describes the unique ways individuals spiral through the learning cycle based on their preference for the four different learning modes. Because of one\u2019s genetic makeup, particular life experiences, and the demands of the present environment, a preferred way of choosing among these four learning modes is developed.<\/p>\n

[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content” css=”.vc_custom_1513247423573{background-color: #e5e5e5 !important;}”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1489757501917{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Kolb Learning Styles- New Version” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:center” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1556101819262{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1556101713782{margin-top: 32px !important;margin-right: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 10px !important;margin-left: 100px !important;}”]Data from empirical and clinical studies over the years has shown that original four learning style types\u2014Accommodating, Assimilating, Converging and Diverging\u2014 can be refined further into a nine style typology that better defines the unique patterns of individual learning styles and reduces the confusions introduced by borderline cases in the old 4 style typology.<\/p>\n

With feedback from users, Kolb first began noticing a fifth \u201cbalancing\u201d style describing users who scored at the centre of the Learning
\nStyle grid.<\/p>\n

The new KLSI (Kolb Learning Style Inventory) 4.0 introduces these nine style types by moving from a 4 pixel to 9-pixel resolution of learning style types as described below. The learning style types can\u00a0be systematically arranged on a two-dimensional learning space defined by Abstract Conceptualization-Concrete Experience and Active Experimentation-Reflective Observation.<\/p>\n

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THE INITIATING STYLE<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Initiating style is characterized by the ability to initiate action in order to deal with experiences and situations. It involves active experimentation and concrete
\nexperience.<\/p>\n

The Initiating style people:<\/strong> They thrive in dynamic learning spaces where they can work with others to get assignments done, to set goals and to try out different approaches to completing a project. They prefer teachers who take the role of coach or mentor in helping them learn from their life experiences.<\/p>\n

Learning Strengths<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • \u00a0Committing yourself to objectives<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Seeking new opportunities<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Influencing and leading others<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Learning Challenges<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Controlling the impulse to act<\/li>\n
    • Listening to others views<\/li>\n
    • Impatience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      THE EXPERIENCING STYLE<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      The Experiencing style is characterized by the ability to find meaning from deep involvement in experience. It draws on concrete experience while balancing active experimentation and reflective observation.<\/p>\n

      The Experiencing style people:<\/strong> They prefer learning spaces rich in interactions and ongoing communications with their friends and co-workers. While they may enjoy working in groups, they also need\u00a0time to work alone to get things done. It is important that they receive constructive feedback on their
      \nprogress at work and in their personal life. It is important for them to have a personal relationship with their teacher.<\/p>\n

      Learning Strengths<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      • Building deep personal relationships<\/li>\n
      • Strong intuition focused by reflection and action<\/li>\n
      • Open to new experiences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Learning Challenges<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        • Understanding theory<\/li>\n
        • Systematic planning<\/li>\n
        • Evaluation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          THE IMAGINING STYLE<\/strong><\/h3>\n

          The Imagining style is characterized by the ability to imagine possibilities by observing and reflecting on experiences. It combines the learning steps of concrete experience and reflective observation.<\/p>\n

          The Imagining style people: They like working in groups where there is open and free flowing conversation where they can gather information, listen with an open mind, and receiving personalized feed-back. They may enjoy situations that call for generating a wide range of ideas, such as brainstorming sessions. They like teachers who take a facilitating role and are sensitive and creative.<\/p>\n

          Learning Strengths<\/strong><\/p>\n