In formal teacher education programs there is a whole course devoted to Human Learning. I've always found it fascinating. One of the things I've realized is that many of our teachers in churches have had not had that experience.
In this group, that changes! God created each of to be like Him but in the way He sees us. The body jointly fit has different parts and don't all function the same. That is also true of Learning and teaching.
In general, teachers tend to teach one of two ways:
1. The way were taught.
2. The way they learn.
While nothing is wrong with either approach, at times they may not be the most beneficial to the students in your classroom, course, or program.
I've created a short quiz to answer the question "How Do You Learn??" As it gives your results, it also gives insights to what to look for as a teacher!
Try it for yourself and in true teacher form, I have some reflection questions for you! Feel free to share your results and thoughts.
Reflection Prompt 1
Based on your results, describe how you prefer to receive and process new information. Do you see this same preference showing up in how you teach or lead others? Give at least one specific example.
Reflection Prompt 2
Every learning theory has a strength and a limitation. Looking at your dominant style, where do you think it serves your students well — and where might it be leaving someone behind without you realizing it?
Reflection Prompt 3
Knowing what you now know about how you learn, identify one thing you want to be more intentional about in your teaching going forward. It does not have to be a big shift — even a small awareness.