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The History of Adult Basic Education
The Adult Learner
Teaching and Learning Styles
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Glossary of Terms
Take a few minutes to look at three commonly used learning styles or ways of taking in information. Click on each of the icons below to see a basic definition.
Visual
Auditory
Tactile/Kinesthetic

Being aware of the diverse learning styles of adult students is one of the most important things that you can know. However, before you assess your students' learning styles, you should also be aware of your own learning style and teaching style so that you can make necessary adjustments in your strategies, resources, and materials. Most of us "teach to our strengths." It takes time and effort to change the way that we do something.

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This web-based training program was developed by the State of Florida Adult Basic Education Committee of the Practitioners' Task Force, through an Adult Education State Leadership Grant from the Florida Department of Education, Division of Community Colleges and Workforce Education.

Disclaimer: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this web-based training component, it is not an official publication of the Florida Department of Education.