Learning on their terms

Left Brain vs. Right Brain
I have been teaching kids now for 3 years but have been working with kids for about 7 years now. Kids that are from ages 2 - 10. I have learned so much but when it comes to the teaching side, I have learned that each kid understands differently so why not teach them differently? No kid is the same so the way we teach them shouldn't be the same. Kids should not just be taught one way to do something but lots of different ways. It is up to them to decide then what way to choose. If the child understands the concept, is happy while learning but most importantly confident while doing the work then why not let it be?


Learning style: Left Brain
This is the logic side. I adapt this learning style where children make sense of understanding in a logical way by explaining sums and words in a logical manner. E.g. For words, we sound out and say each word and then put it all together. Sums are explained using logical sentences or blocks. E.g. If I have 5 fingers and put 4 more fingers together, then I have 9 altogether. This is a simple sum but more detail will be given for logical sentences. Children with this learning style require a reason behind answers.

Learning style: Right Brain

This is the creative side. I adapt this learning style where children make sense of understanding in a creative and colourful way. Right-brained students are fun to teach as I use lots of pictures, colours, and tactile learning. Children with this learning style need to visually understand more than they need to know the logical reason behind an answer.

At Counting Stars, I offer different Learning Packages off my Learner Development Support Program. I also offer Tutoring and Homework Help. Please see the article to find out more information: https://countingstarstutoringsupport.blogspot.co.za/2017/11/what-do-you-require.html