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The following
information was adapted from the book
Teaching and Learning Through Multiple Intelligences (Third Edition)
by Linda Campbell, Bruce Campbell and Dee Dickinson. (Available in
the LT&ITC library.)
Reaching
Kinesthetic Learners
Kinesthetic
learners rely on kinesthetic or tactile processes to understand new
concepts. Body movement, learning by experiencing or physically
manipulating things is how these students develop an understanding
of information. Audio and visual methods of teaching do not provide
adequate sensory channels for retention and understanding in these
individuals. These students learn by being actively involved in the
learning or by doing/participating in activities related to the new
information.
Activities
Used to Engage Kinesthetic Learners
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Formal theatre
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Role playing
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Creative Drama
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Simulations
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Creative movement activities
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A
sequence for learning through dance, music, art
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Task cards
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Puzzles
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Scavenger hunts
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Games
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Physical response games
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Exercise breaks
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Experiments
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Problem-solving
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Group work
Role Play
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Determine the lesson objectives/student learning outcomes and
discuss with students
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Outline the role play (the problem or central idea/issue should be
identified)
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Develop the roles and selection process for choosing the performers
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Decide on whether the students will memorize lines or adlib
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How
much preparation time is needed
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Decide if the audience has a role and what it is and explain what is
expected of them (what they should listen for)
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Elicit help from non participants to prepare props and/ or equipment
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Rehearse and perform
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Have students reflect and write about their experience
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Hold classroom discussion on main thought
These are just a
few suggestions for starting reaching kinesthetic learners. For
more information, contact the LT&ITC at 615-494-7671 or by e-mail at
ltanditc@mtsu.edu. Also, the book Teaching and Learning
Through Multiple Intelligences (Third Edition) is available in
the LT&ITC library.
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